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 bus which costs $24 - $45 and takes 10h 56m.

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 56m 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 Grossmont Center Dr & Center Dr and arriving at Simi Town Center EB via University Av & College Av, San Diego, Jefferson / Grand, Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St and Thousand Oaks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

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 - $110.

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 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $45 and takes 10h 56m.

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 56m to drive from El Cajon to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 183+ 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 Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 23m
$38–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angelesbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St to TOCTC Park & Ridebus 422 / ...
10h 56m
$24–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Simi Valleytrain VC Line
8h 21m
$34–69
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Simi Valleycar 167.8 mi
2h 56m
$31–45

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

35Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Cajon to Simi Valley.

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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 $35–85 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grossmont Center Dr & Center Dr to Simi Town Center EB via University Av & College Av, Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, Los Angeles, Jefferson / Grand, Jefferson Blvd & Hoover St, and Thousand Oaks Transit Center in around 10h 56m.

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