What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Simi Town Center EB via San Diego, Jefferson / Grand, Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St and Thousand Oaks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

The distance between El Cajon and Simi Valley is 186 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Simi Valley bus from?

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

Train or bus from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the El Cajon to Simi Valley bus arrive?

El Cajon to Simi Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Simi Valley is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from El Cajon to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 169+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

El Cajon to Simi Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Simi Valley AmtrakPacific Surfliner
7h 23m
$38–59
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Simi ValleyVC Line
8h 21m
$30–78
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Simi Valley167.8 mi
2h 55m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los AngelesFlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St to TOCTC Park & Ride422 / ...
9h 59m
$52–113

El Cajon to Simi Valley by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Simi Valley Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $36–42 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Simi Town Center EB via San Diego, Los Angeles, Jefferson / Grand, Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St, and Thousand Oaks Transit Center in around 9h 59m.

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