What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to El Centro?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to El Centro is to line 11 bus and bus which costs $13 - $27 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to El Centro?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to El Centro is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and El Centro?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to El Centro. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at Portola and arriving at El Centro Bus Stop via Indio Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to El Centro?

The distance between Palm Desert and El Centro is 97 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to El Centro without a car is to line 11 bus and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs $13 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to El Centro?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Palm Desert to El Centro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to El Centro bus from?

Palm Desert to El Centro bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, depart from Hwy 111 at Portola station.

Where does the Palm Desert to El Centro bus arrive?

Palm Desert to El Centro bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to El Centro is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Palm Desert to El Centro.

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 83+ hotels available in El Centro.

Palm Desert to El Centro - 2 ways to travel via line 11 bus, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Palm Desert to El Centro by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus) or car

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Line 11 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Portola to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwybus 11
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
3h 21m
$14–27
Drive 94.2 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to El Centrocar 94.2 mi
1h 52m
$18–25

Palm Desert to El Centro by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at Portola to El Centro Bus Stop via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy and Indio Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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