What is the cheapest way to get from Colton to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Colton to El Monte is to bus and line 486 bus which costs $3 - $8 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colton to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Colton to El Monte is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Colton and El Monte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Bernardino, CA and arriving at El Monte. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Colton and El Monte?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Bernardino Depot and arriving at El Monte. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Colton to El Monte?

The distance between Colton and El Monte is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.5 miles.

How do I travel from Colton to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Colton to El Monte without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $25 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Colton to El Monte?

The bus from San Bernardino, CA to El Monte takes 1h including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Colton to El Monte bus from?

Colton to El Monte bus services, operated by EPLA Limo Express, depart from San Bernardino, CA station.

Where do I catch the Colton to El Monte train from?

Colton to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino Depot station.

Train or bus from Colton to El Monte?

The best way to get from Colton to El Monte is to bus which takes 1h and costs $25 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Colton to El Monte bus arrive?

Colton to El Monte bus services, operated by EPLA Limo Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Where does the Colton to El Monte train arrive?

Colton to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at El Monte station.

Can I drive from Colton to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Colton to El Monte is 42 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Colton to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 897+ hotels available in El Monte.

Colton to El Monte - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Colton to El Monte by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino, CA to El Montebus El Paso / ...
1h
$25–50
Bus, line 486 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Pomona Transit Centerbus 61
2. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Garvey Ave and Meeker Ave Wbus 486
3h 58m
$3–8
Train
1. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to El Montetrain SB Line
1h 18m
$8–12
Drive 42.2 mi
1. Drive from Colton to El Montecar 42.2 mi
43 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colton to El Montetaxi 42.2 mi
43 min
$120–150

Colton to El Monte by bus

41Weekly Buses

1hAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colton to El Monte.

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Distance: 43.9 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Colton, CA, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

EPLA Limo Express operates a bus from San Bernardino, CA to El Monte 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–40 and the journey takes 1h. Tufesa also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Metrolink Trains operates a train from San Bernardino Depot to El Monte hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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