Bus El Centro, CA to San Diego - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from El Centro, CA to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$28

tomorrow

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Thursday

$50

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	2h 25m	3:20 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center		Economy	$28	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) at 12/5/2025 3:20:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from El Centro, CA to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $-1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- 3h 35m
  
  El Centro, CA
  
  9 mi
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  6:20 PM
  
  San Diego
  San Ysidro Transit Center
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 12/5/2025 2:45:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 35m	8:35 AM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	6:10 PM	San Diego	Old Town Transit Center		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:35:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
	FlixBus	9h 0m	8:35 AM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	5:35 PM	San Diego	La Jolla Village		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:35:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from El Centro, CA to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 18%
  
  10h 0m
  
  El Centro, CA
  
  9 mi
  
  8:10 AM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  6:10 PM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $41
  
  A Bus from goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:10:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Did you know that if you travel from El Centro, CA to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  5h 30m
  
  0
  
  12:15 PM
  
  El Centro, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  12:35 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 12:15:00 PM to Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:45 PM
  
  Calexico, CA
  Bus Station
  
  5:45 PM
  
  San Diego
  Old Town Transit Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Calexico, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 2:45:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel Time is 3h 30m shorter, and you will save $19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego is $28 on 12/5/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between El Centro, CA and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between El Centro, CA and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from El Centro, CA to San Diego. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between El Centro, CA and San Diego.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from El Centro, CA to San Diego, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between El Centro, CA and San Diego, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 1 times every day by bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from El Centro, CA to San Diego starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus	$28
Fastest Bus	2h 25m
Earliest Bus	3:20 PM
Latest Bus	8:35 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	92.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from El Centro, CA to San Diego

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave El Centro, CA for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$28

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$50

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$30

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from El Centro, CA to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from El Centro, CA to San Diego, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $28, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $50.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from El Centro, CA to San Diego, with $28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $50.

How to save money travelling from El Centro, CA to San Diego

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from El Centro, CA to San Diego in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from El Centro, CA to San Diego are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in El Centro, CA and San Diego

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in El Centro, CA and San Diego.

Bus Stop

State St 460

Imperial Valley Mall

Wake Ave

Old Town Transit Center

Congress Street 2727

San Ysidro Transit Center

E San Ysidro Blvd 723

Santa Fe Depot

Kettner Blvd 1050

Seaport Village

W Harbor Dr 789

La Jolla Village

Hyatt Regency

Service and Comfort on the bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from El Centro, CA to San Diego? Or which bus companies serve the route El Centro, CA to San Diego? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the El Centro, CA to San Diego bus

How much does a El Centro, CA San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 2h 25m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from El Centro, CA to San Diego?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $50. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

On average, how many connections are available from El Centro, CA to San Diego each day?

Every day, the El Centro, CA to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from El Centro, CA to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego is offered by Greyhound US and takes 2h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from El Centro, CA starts at 3:20 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from El Centro, CA for San Diego starts at 8:35 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the El Centro, CA San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro, CA and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between El Centro, CA and San Diego by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the El Centro, CA to San Diego bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the El Centro, CA San Diego bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the El Centro, CA San Diego bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from El Centro, CA to San Diego on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route El Centro, CA to San Diego

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to El Centro, CA and to San Diego

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to El Centro, CA and to San Diego. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!