What is the cheapest way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $90 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX). However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The distance between El Centro and Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 185 miles. The road distance is 228.2 miles.

How do I travel from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car?

The best way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) without a car is to bus via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals which takes 5h 8m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX), including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus from?

El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

The best way to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is to fly which takes 1h 36m and costs $90 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus arrive?

El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Where can I stay near Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

There are 3264+ hotels available in Los Angeles Airport (LAX).

Can I share a ride from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between El Centro and Los Angeles Airport (LAX). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, rideshare, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IPL - LAX
1h 36m
$94–610
Bus via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
5h 8m
$40–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 23m
$59–142
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from El Centro to Los Angeles-LAXrideshare 226.8 mi
3h 53m
Drive 226.8 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX)car 226.8 mi
3h 53m
$42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0850
6h 43m
$40–75

El Centro to Los Angeles Airport (LAX) by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between El Centro, CA, USA and Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA?

Southern Airways Express flies from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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