Find coaches from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro

Compare 2 ways to travel from Phoenix to El Centro

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$59Average duration5h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average priceUS$98 - US$158Average duration5h 15m
10kg 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$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 15mAverage duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Phoenix, AZ to El Centro: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration5h 15m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure07:30
Distance209 miles
Latest bus departure13:05

Phoenix to El Centro Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to El Centro from Phoenix, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. What's the distance between Phoenix and El Centro by coach?

    The journey from Phoenix to El Centro by coach covers an approximate distance of 206 miles (332 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Phoenix to El Centro without a car?

    You can reach El Centro from Phoenix by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/09
US$45
02/09
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04/09
US$29
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06/09
US$32
07/09
US$28
08/09
US$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to El Centro was searched and found on 8 Sept 2025 with a price of US$26

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$26 to US$45 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$26, which is on 2025-09-08.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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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