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

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Escondido is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Escondido is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Escondido. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Santa Fe Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from El Centro to Escondido?

The distance between El Centro and Escondido is 158 miles. The road distance is 121.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Escondido without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $22 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from El Centro to Escondido, including transfers.

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

El Centro to Escondido bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Centro to Escondido bus arrive?

El Centro to Escondido bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Escondido is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from El Centro to Escondido.

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

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Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 599+ hotels available in Escondido.

El Centro to Escondido - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Centro to Escondido by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, tram, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to Escondido Transit Centerbus 235
4h 14m
$23–36
Drive 120.7 mi
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1. Drive from El Centro to Escondidocar 120.7 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram
5h 38m
$42–84

El Centro to Escondido by bus and tram

7Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Escondido Transit Center via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Station, Santa Fe Depot, and Santa Fe Depot in around 4h 14m.

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