Bus Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA: Compare prices and save money

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

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

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$91

Friday

$104

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	16h 35m	12:20 AM	Modesto, CA	Bus Station	4:55 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/23/2026 12:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/23/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
Greyhound US	27h 35m	11:30 AM	Modesto, CA	Bus Station	3:05 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/23/2026 11:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/24/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m
FlixBus	30h 45m	8:20 AM	Modesto, CA	Vintage Mall	3:05 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Vintage Mall, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/23/2026 8:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/24/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	16h 35m	12:20 AM	Modesto, CA	Bus Station	4:55 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/24/2026 12:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/24/2026 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
FlixBus	30h 45m	8:20 AM	Modesto, CA	Vintage Mall	3:05 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$117	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Vintage Mall, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/24/2026 8:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 45m
Greyhound US	27h 35m	11:30 AM	Modesto, CA	Bus Station	3:05 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/24/2026 11:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA via Bakersfield, CA, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  18h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:20 AM
  
  Modesto, CA
  Bus Station
  
  4:55 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Amtrak Terminal
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Modesto, CA (USA) at 7/20/2026 12:20:00 AM to Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 7/20/2026 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
- FlixBus
  
  9h 0m
  
  0
  
  9:30 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Truxtun Ave
  
  6:30 PM
  
  El Centro, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $61
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/20/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 7/20/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save $14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA is $74 on 8/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Modesto, CA and El Centro, CA

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Modesto, CA and El Centro, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Modesto, CA and El Centro, CA, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA starting from $74!

Cheapest Bus	$74
Fastest Bus	16h 35m
Earliest Bus	12:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 AM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	454.1 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Modesto, CA for El Centro, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

$91

Friday 07/24

$104

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$85

Monday 07/27

$98

Tuesday 07/28

$107

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$92

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$81

Sunday 08/02

$81

Monday 08/03

$91

Tuesday 08/04

$87

Wednesday 08/05

$91

Thursday 08/06

$90

Friday 08/07

$89

Saturday 08/08

$75

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$78

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$74

Thursday 08/13

$90

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA

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

With a price starting from $89, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $90.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA, with $74. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $111.

How to save money travelling from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA

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 Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA 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 Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA, 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 Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Modesto, CA and El Centro, CA

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

Bus Station

11th St 781-799

Modesto Bus Station

Modesto Bus Station Modesto Bus Station

Lukyds Travel

Schackelford

McHenry Ave

Vintage Mall

Bus Stop

State St 460

Imperial Valley Mall

Wake Ave

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

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

FAQs about the Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $74 and takes 16h 35m to reach El Centro, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $74 and $121. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to El Centro, CA.

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

Every day, the Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 16h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $91. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in El Centro, CA from Modesto, CA starts at 12:20 AM. 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 Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Modesto, CA for El Centro, CA starts at 11:30 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 Modesto, CA El Centro, CA route?

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

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

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

What can I take with me on the Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA 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 Modesto, CA El Centro, CA 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 Modesto, CA El Centro, CA 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 Modesto, CA to El Centro, CA on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Modesto, CA and to El Centro, CA

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