What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Old Town Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between El Cajon and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 41 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to tram and line 101 bus which takes 2h 28m and costs $6 - $35.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Old Town Transit Center station.

Where does the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 31 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, bus, car, taxi, or train

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

Tram, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Station
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UTC Station
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr101
2h 28m
$6–35
Tram, line 41 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Fashion Valley Station
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct41
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr101
2h 34m
$6–25
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea30.8 mi
33 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea30.8 mi
33 min
$100–130
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town StationGreen
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Solana Beach Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2h 40m
$16–33
Line 30 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr30
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr101
2h 42m
$25–57

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram and bus

213Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 42m.

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