What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to La Jolla is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to La Jolla is to drive which takes 2h and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from El Centro to La Jolla?

The distance between El Centro and La Jolla is 128 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to La Jolla without a car is to bus and line 30 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from El Centro to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to La Jolla bus from?

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

Where does the El Centro to La Jolla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Centro to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to La Jolla is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from El Centro to La Jolla.

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

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Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2058+ hotels available in La Jolla.

El Centro to La Jolla - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 30 bus, car, and tram

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

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Bus, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
3h 23m
$39–55
Drive 118.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Centro to La Jollacar 118.3 mi
2h
$22–32
Bus, tram, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus
2. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UCSD Central Campus Stationtram
4. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln to Silverado St & Herschel Avbus 30
3h 55m
$40–78

El Centro to La Jolla by bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between El Centro, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Silverado St & Herschel Av via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center in around 3h 23m.

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