What is the cheapest way to get from California to Julian?

The cheapest way to get from California to Julian is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Julian?

The fastest way to get from California to Julian is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from California to Julian?

The distance between California and Julian is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from California to Julian without a car?

The best way to get from California to Julian without a car is to train and tram and taxi which takes 4h 7m and costs $160 - $200.

How long does it take to get from California to Julian?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from California to Julian, including transfers.

Can I drive from California to Julian?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Julian is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from California to Julian.

Where can I stay near Julian?

There are 40+ hotels available in Julian.

California to Julian - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from California to Julian by train, tram, taxi, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Train, tram, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceanside
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Center
3. Take the taxi from Escondido Transit Center to Julian
4h 7m
$162–197
Drive 138 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Julian138 mi
2h 34m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78891
7h 9m
$29–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78891
6h 24m
$37–58

California to Julian by bus and tram

1Weekly Services

7h 9mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Julian.

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between California, USA and Julian, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Washington St & Hwy 78 via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Station, El Cajon Station, and El Cajon Transit Center in around 7h 9m.

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