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

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

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

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$180

Monday

$159

Tuesday

$129

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 30m	11:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$180	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 30m
	Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:55 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$213	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 12:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 30m	11:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$159	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $159 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 30m
	Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:55 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$194	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 12:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $194 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA via Ontario, CA, you can save more than $38? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  16h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:30 PM
  
  San Jose, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  10:55 AM
  
  Ontario, CA
  Montclair Place
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $78
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 11:30:00 PM to Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) arriving at 12/31/2025 10:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:00 AM
  
  Ontario, CA
  Montclair Place
  
  4:00 PM
  
  El Centro, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Montclair Place, Ontario, CA (USA) at 12/31/2025 11:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/31/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $38

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 30m	11:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$129	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/31/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 30m
	Greyhound US	15h 5m	12:55 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	4:00 PM	El Centro, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$155	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 12:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, El Centro, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA is $129 on 12/30/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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

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

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

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 3 buses from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San Jose, CA and El Centro, CA, with 3 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 2 times every day by bus from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA starting from $129!

Cheapest Bus	$129
Fastest Bus	15h 5m
Earliest Bus	12:55 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	476.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave San Jose, CA for El Centro, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/24/2025 and for the following days.

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Sunday 12/28

$180

Monday 12/29

$159

Tuesday 12/30

$129

Wednesday 12/31

$133

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

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

With a price starting from $129, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $180.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA, with $129. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $129.

How to save money travelling from San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA are also emptier.

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

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

Bus Stop

Crandall St 598

McLaughlin & William Bus Stop

E William St 1118

Tamien

East side pickup area

Diridon Station

Cahill St 65

Bus Stop

State St 460

Imperial Valley Mall

Wake Ave

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

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

FAQs about the San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA bus

How much does a San Jose, 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 $129 and takes 16h 30m to reach El Centro, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $129 and $213. 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 San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA each day?

Every day, the San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 15h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $213. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in El Centro, CA from San Jose, CA starts at 12:55 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 San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from San Jose, CA for El Centro, CA starts at 11:30 PM. 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 San Jose, CA El Centro, CA route?

When traveling by bus from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA, passengers can travel with 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 San Jose, CA and El Centro, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between San Jose, 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.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from San Jose, CA to El Centro, CA?

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

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to San Jose, 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!