What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Alhambra?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Alhambra. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Main / Garfield via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Alhambra?

The distance between El Cajon and Alhambra is 145 miles. The road distance is 126.8 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Alhambra without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra without a car is to bus via Los Angeles Union Station which takes 4h 56m and costs $40 - $120.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Alhambra?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from El Cajon to Alhambra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Alhambra bus from?

El Cajon to Alhambra bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from El Cajon to Alhambra?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Alhambra is to bus via Los Angeles Union Station which takes 4h 56m and costs $40 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the El Cajon to Alhambra bus arrive?

El Cajon to Alhambra bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Alhambra?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Alhambra is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from El Cajon to Alhambra.

Where can I stay near Alhambra?

There are 2249+ hotels available in Alhambra.

El Cajon to Alhambra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

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

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

Bus via Los Angeles Union Station
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
4h 56m
$45–114
Drive 126 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Alhambracar 126 mi
2h 18m
$23–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 13m
$36–55
Tram, fly, line 78 bus
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to Main / Garfieldbus
5h 7m
$44–301
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
5h 44m
$28–62

El Cajon to Alhambra by bus

5Weekly Buses

4h 56mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Alhambra, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles every 2 hours. Tickets cost $32–38 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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