How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to El Centro?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to El Centro start from $218. The average price for this route is around $218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to El Centro?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to El Centro is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 517 miles (833 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to El Centro route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to El Centro?

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to El Centro at 10:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to El Centro?

A bus trip from San Francisco to El Centro generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Francisco to El Centro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to El Centro?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to El Centro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to El Centro?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Francisco to El Centro from $218 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Francisco to El Centro on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:45am	San Francisco Bus Station	1d 4h	3:10pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:40am	409 Townsend St, SF	1d 3h	3:10pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd	22h 40m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40pm	San Francisco Bus Station	17h 35m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	409 Townsend St, SF	16h 50m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags

Get from San Francisco to El Centro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

17h 20mAverage Duration

517 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and El Centro?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Visit page Map
B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
Map
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
Map
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Map
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Map

Stops in El Centro

A
El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall
3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,990 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, US to El Centro by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to El Centro?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to El Centro start from $218. The average price for this route is around $218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to El Centro?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to El Centro is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 517 miles (833 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to El Centro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to El Centro?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to El Centro at 10:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to El Centro?
A bus trip from San Francisco to El Centro generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Francisco to El Centro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to El Centro?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Francisco to El Centro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to El Centro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.