What is the cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Santee?

The cheapest way to get from Alhambra to Santee is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alhambra to Santee?

The fastest way to get from Alhambra to Santee is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Alhambra and Santee?

No, there is no direct bus from Alhambra to Santee. However, there are services departing from Main / Garfield and arriving at Grossmont College via Los Angeles, Santa Fe Depot Transit Center and College Av & SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Alhambra to Santee?

The distance between Alhambra and Santee is 154 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

How do I travel from Alhambra to Santee without a car?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Santee without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Alhambra to Santee?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Alhambra to Santee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alhambra to Santee bus from?

Alhambra to Santee bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Main / Garfield station.

Train or bus from Alhambra to Santee?

The best way to get from Alhambra to Santee is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $85 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Alhambra to Santee bus arrive?

Alhambra to Santee bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Can I drive from Alhambra to Santee?

Yes, the driving distance between Alhambra to Santee is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Alhambra to Santee.

Where can I stay near Santee?

There are 1176+ hotels available in Santee.

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

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

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 Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
5h 23m
$39–71
Drive 123 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alhambra to Santee123 mi
2h 15m
$23–33
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San DiegoFlixBus 2006 / ...
6h 43m
$31–82
Line 78 bus, fly, tram
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
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Station
4. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Santee Town Center Station
4h 49m
$88–357
Line 78 bus, bus, line 215 bus, line 115 bus
1. Take the bus from Main / Garfield to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes78
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot Transit Center to SDSU Transit Center215
4. Take the bus from College Av & SDSU Transit Center to Grossmont College115
6h 47m

Alhambra to Santee by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Alhambra, CA, USA and Santee, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 2 hours. Tickets cost $32–38 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diego twice daily. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 4h.

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