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Five ways to Travel from Santa Monica to El Centro

Composite routes from Santa Monica to El Centro

Cheapest
3 h 56 min
Car
366 km.
from $20
Other
3 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
304 km.
from $173.46
8 h 11 min
Train, Bus
304 km.
from $121.13
8 h 21 min
304 km.
from $61.26

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05

Metro Los Angeles

Phone:
+1-323-466-3876
Email:
Website:
metro.net
Bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from El Cajon Transit Center to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.65–$95.68

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to El
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.69–$82.92
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to El
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Airlines

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Imperial
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$255.14

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to El Centro?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to El Centro is to bus which costs $21.74 - $76.09 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to El Centro?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to El Centro is to line 3 bus and fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and El Centro?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to El Centro. However, there are services departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at El Centro Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to El Centro?

The distance between Santa Monica and El Centro is 321 km. The road distance is 364.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to El Centro without a car is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs $21.74 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to El Centro?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Santa Monica to El Centro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to El Centro bus from?

Santa Monica to El Centro bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Santa Monica to El Centro bus arrive?

Santa Monica to El Centro bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Patsaouras Transit Plaza station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to El Centro?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to El Centro is 365 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Santa Monica to El Centro.

Where can I stay near El Centro?

There are 88+ hotels available in El Centro. Prices start at $30.86 per night.
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