What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Compton?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Compton is to bus and line 127 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Compton?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Compton is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Compton?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to Compton. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station - Upper Level and arriving at Myrrh / Willowbrook via Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Compton?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Compton station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Compton Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from El Monte to Compton?

The distance between El Monte and Compton is 29 miles. The road distance is 19.9 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Compton without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Compton without a car is to line 707 bus and tram which takes 1h 8m and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Compton?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from El Monte to Compton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Compton bus from?

El Monte to Compton bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Upper Level.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Compton train from?

El Monte to Compton train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from El Monte station.

Where does the El Monte to Compton bus arrive?

El Monte to Compton bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station.

Where does the El Monte to Compton train arrive?

El Monte to Compton train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Compton?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Compton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from El Monte to Compton.

Where can I stay near Compton?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Compton.

El Monte to Compton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 707 bus, tram, and car

There are 6 ways to get from El Monte to Compton by bus, tram, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 707 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station Upper Level to Flower St and 12th St707
2. Take the tram from Pico Station to Compton StationMetro A Line
1h 8m
$4–8
Bus, line 127 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy StationMetro J Line
2. Take the bus from Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station to Myrrh / Willowbrook127
1h 38m
$3–4
Train, tram
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union StationSB Line
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Compton StationMetro A Line
1h 9m
$7–8
Drive 19.8 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Compton19.8 mi
25 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Monte to Compton19.8 mi
25 min
$55–70
Line 7 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Boulevard and Peck Road to C Line Station7
2. Take the bus from Norwalk Station to Compton / Alameda125
2h 6m

El Monte to Compton by bus and tram

418Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Monte to Compton.

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Compton, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Myrrh / Willowbrook via Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station and Figueroa / Harbor Fwy Station in around 1h 38m.

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