Bus Tickets from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: El Centro
    Destination location: El Centro Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: El Centro
    Destination location: El Centro Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: El Centro
    Destination location: El Centro Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 15 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station
    Arrival time: August 15 at
    Destination city: El Centro
    Destination location: El Centro Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Phoenix to El Centro

Bus
Average PriceUS$36 - US$109Average Duration5h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$98 - US$158Average Duration5h 15m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Phoenix to El Centro

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Centro. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 15mAverage Duration
US$36Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Phoenix, AZ to El Centro: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 15m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure10:00am
Distance336 km
Latest bus departure1:05pm

Phoenix to El Centro Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Phoenix, AZ - El Centro

  1. What is the distance between Phoenix and El Centro?

    Phoenix and El Centro are 332 km (206 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Phoenix to El Centro?

    Buses departing from N 27th Ave in Phoenix will take you to El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall in El Centro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-08
US$35
08-09
US$34
Today
US$38
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08-15
US$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro was searched and found on Aug 15, 2025 with a price of US$33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$33 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33 which is on 2025-08-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Phoenix to El Centro.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Phoenix to El Centro, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Phoenix to El Centro.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Phoenix to El Centro while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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