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How to get fromEl Centro to Palmdaleby bus, train, car, or plane

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There are 5 ways to get from El Centro to Palmdale by bus, train, car, or plane

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus bus FlixBus 2054
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    7h 16m
    $40–63

  2. Bus, train via San Diego

    1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus bus
    2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain train
    3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train
    9h 31m
    $61–137

  3. Drive 222.3 mi

    1. Drive from El Centro to Palmdalecar car 222.3 mi
    4h 3m
    $41–59

  4. Fly, train

    1. Fly from Imperial County Airport (IPL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane plane IPL - LAX
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train
    5h 31m
    $111–638

  5. Bus, train #2

    1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0850
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain train AV Line
    8h 52m
    $41–73

El Centro to Palmdale by bus, foot, and train

Calendar6Weekly Services
Duration7h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$40Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 281.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from El Centro to Palmdale. However, you can take the bus to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, walk to L.A. Union Station, then take the train to Palmdale Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Palmdale Station via El Cajon Transit Center, El Cajon Station, Old Town Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 9h 31m.

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