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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to El Centro start from $156. The average price for this route is around $227. 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 Jose to El Centro?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to El Centro is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 476 miles (767 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to El Centro at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to El Centro generates an estimated 19 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 Jose to El Centro?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to El Centro from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to El Centro on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	15h 20m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1d 2h	3:10pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	Diridon Station	17h 5m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	15h 20m	4:15pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1d 2h	3:10pm	El Centro Bus Stop	No tags

Get from San Jose to El Centro

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

15h 5mAverage Duration

476 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

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

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
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D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
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E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Stops in El Centro

A
El Centro, Imperial Valley Mall
3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,054 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 Jose to El Centro?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to El Centro start from $156. The average price for this route is around $227. 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 Jose to El Centro?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to El Centro is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 476 miles (767 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to El Centro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to El Centro?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to El Centro at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to El Centro?
A bus trip from San Jose to El Centro generates an estimated 19 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 Jose to El Centro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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.