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

The cheapest way to get from Alpine to San Diego is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alpine to San Diego is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Alpine and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Alpine to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl and arriving at Broadway & 4th Av via El Cajon Transit Center and SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Alpine to San Diego?

The distance between Alpine and San Diego is 32 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alpine to San Diego without a car is to line 888 bus and tram which takes 1h 27m and costs $4 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Alpine to San Diego, including transfers.

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

Alpine to San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl station.

Where does the Alpine to San Diego bus arrive?

Alpine to San Diego bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Alpine to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpine to San Diego is 29 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Alpine to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2219+ hotels available in San Diego.

Alpine to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via line 888 bus, tram, and line 838 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Alpine to San Diego by bus, tram, car, or taxi

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

Line 888 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl to El Cajon Transit Center888
2. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Fifth Avenue StationOrange
1h 27m
$4–20
Line 838 bus, line 864 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl to Camino Canada & Walmart838
2. Take the bus from Camino Canada & Walmart to El Cajon Transit Center864
3. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Civic Center Station
2h 24m
$6–25
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from Alpine to San Diego29.1 mi
31 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alpine to San Diego29.1 mi
31 min
$100–120
Line 888 bus, line 115 bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl to El Cajon Transit Center888
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to College Av & SDSU Transit Center115
3. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to Broadway & 4th Av215
2h 36m
$6–15

Alpine to San Diego by bus and tram

2Weekly Services

1h 27mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alpine to San Diego.

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Arnold Wy & Alpine Bl to Broadway & 4th Av via El Cajon Transit Center, College Av & SDSU Transit Center, and SDSU Transit Center in around 2h 36m.

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