The average train between Riverside and El Monte takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Riverside to El Monte. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Riverside and El Monte. The earliest departure is at 5:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Riverside is at 2:01 PM which arrives into El Monte at 4:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Riverside to El Monte? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Riverside to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Riverside station and arriving at El Monte station via L.A. Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Riverside to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.
Riverside to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at El Monte station.
The distance between Riverside and El Monte is 59.6 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to El Monte via L.A. Union Station in around 2h 50m.