What is the cheapest way to get from Alhambra to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Alhambra to San Diego is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Alhambra to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Alhambra to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Main / Garfield and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Alhambra to San Diego?

The distance between Alhambra and San Diego is 138 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alhambra to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Alhambra to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Alhambra to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Alhambra to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to San Diego bus from?

Alhambra to San Diego bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Alhambra to San Diego?

The best way to get from Alhambra to San Diego is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Alhambra to San Diego bus arrive?

Alhambra to San Diego bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Alhambra to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Alhambra to San Diego is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Alhambra to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1954+ hotels available in San Diego.

Alhambra to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 78 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Alhambra to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
4h 28m
$36–42
Drive 119.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alhambra to San Diego119.9 mi
2h 12m
$22–32
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 41m
Line 78 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
3h 29m
$84–317
Bus via San Diego (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
5h 14m
$26–72

Alhambra to San Diego by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.1 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Alhambra, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Los Angeles to San Diego once daily, and the journey takes 3h.

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