What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $100 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and El Centro?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to El Centro. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at El Centro Bus Stop via Los Angeles Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to El Centro?

The distance between Bakersfield and El Centro is 327 miles. The road distance is 321.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to El Centro without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro without a car is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to El Centro?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Bakersfield to El Centro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to El Centro bus from?

Bakersfield to El Centro bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to El Centro?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to El Centro is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $410 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Bakersfield to El Centro bus arrive?

Bakersfield to El Centro bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to El Centro is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Bakersfield to El Centro.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to El Centro?

Book your Bakersfield to El Centro bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 82+ hotels available in El Centro.

Bakersfield to El Centro - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bakersfield to El Centro by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus, plane, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to El Centro Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2054
8h 22m
$69–109
Drive 319.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bakersfield to El Centrocar 319.2 mi
5h 39m
$59–85
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Imperial County Airport
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane LAX - IPL
5h 59m
$134–478
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to El Centro Bus Stopbus
9h 27m
$97–174
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
9h 30m
$74–124
Bus via Ontario
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to 285 S East End Ave - Pomonabus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Montclair Transcenter to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
10h 58m
$74–132
Fly Meadows Field Airport to Imperial County Airport
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane BFL - IPL
4h 13m
$102–409
Fly Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
3. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to El Centro Bus Stopbus
8h 7m
$122–363

Bakersfield to El Centro by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

8h 22mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 324.7 mi
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and El Centro, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to El Centro Bus Stop via Los Angeles and Los Angeles Downtown in around 8h 22m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Southern Airways Express, and American Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Imperial County Airport (IPL) 4 times a day.

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