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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Carson is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Carson is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Carson. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Torrance, CA via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Carson?

The distance between El Cajon and Carson is 131 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Carson without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from El Cajon to Carson, including transfers.

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

El Cajon to Carson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from El Cajon to Carson?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Carson is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the El Cajon to Carson bus arrive?

El Cajon to Carson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Torrance, CA station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Carson is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from El Cajon to Carson.

How do I get a bus ticket from El Cajon to Carson?

Book your El Cajon to Carson bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Carson.

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

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

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Torrance, CAFlixBus 2017
3h 55m
$36–132
Drive 118.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Carson118.9 mi
2h 4m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
5h 26m
$38–57
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Station
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)SAN - LAX
4h 19m
$76–331
Bus via Downtown Long Beach Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Long Beach Bus StationGreyhound US0831
5h 55m
$32–54

El Cajon to Carson by bus (Flixbus)

5Weekly Buses

3h 55mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Diego to Torrance, CA 5 times a week. Tickets cost $15–85 and the journey takes 2h 30m. 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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