What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to El Monte is to bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to El Monte is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at El Monte Station - Lower Level via 7th / Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Dana Point to El Monte?

The distance between Dana Point and El Monte is 62 miles. The road distance is 56.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to El Monte without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $3 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to El Monte?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dana Point to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to El Monte bus from?

Dana Point to El Monte bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Train or bus from Dana Point to El Monte?

The best way to get from Dana Point to El Monte is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $3 - $4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $50 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Dana Point to El Monte bus arrive?

Dana Point to El Monte bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to El Monte is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Dana Point to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 957+ hotels available in El Monte.

Dana Point to El Monte - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to El Monte by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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 Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from 7th / Channel to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 577
3h 37m
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Montetrain SB Line
4h 3m
$22–46
Drive 56.6 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to El Montecar 56.6 mi
1h 5m
$11–15

Dana Point to El Monte by bus

113Weekly Buses

3h 37mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to El Monte Station - Lower Level via 7Th-Channel and 7th / Channel in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Del Obispo-Stonehill to El Monte via Camino Capistrano-Old Mission, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 4h 3m.

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