What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to line 266 bus and bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Rosemead / Fern and arriving at Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Lakewood & Hardwick SW and 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from El Monte to Dana Point?

The distance between El Monte and Dana Point is 72 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs $27 - $35.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from El Monte to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Dana Point bus from?

El Monte to Dana Point bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Rosemead / Fern station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Dana Point?

The best way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs $27 - $35. Alternatively, you can line 266 bus and bus, which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the El Monte to Dana Point bus arrive?

El Monte to Dana Point bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Lakewood / Hardwick station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Dana Point is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from El Monte to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 238+ hotels available in Dana Point.

El Monte to Dana Point - 5 ways to travel via train, line 266 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to Dana Point by train (Amtrak), bus, car, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 16m
$28–34
Line 266 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rosemead / Fern to Lakewood / Hardwickbus 266
2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
4h 52m
$6
Drive 54.9 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Dana Pointcar 54.9 mi
1h 2m
$10–15
Train, line 90 bus
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8 to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 90
4h 6m
$11–15
Line 7 bus, line 173 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Valley Boulevard and Peck Road to C Line Stationbus 7
2. Take the bus from Norwalk Station Bay 11 to PCH & Ximeno NWbus 173 / ...
3. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
5h 44m

El Monte to Dana Point by train, foot, and bus

81Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from El Monte to Del Obispo-Stonehill via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rosemead / Fern to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Lakewood & Hardwick SW, Beach Dr & W Campus S, and 7Th-Channel in around 4h 52m.

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