What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Del Mar?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Del Mar is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Del Mar?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Del Mar is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Del Mar?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Del Mar. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Ramona and arriving at Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Los Angeles and Hwy 101 & Plaza St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from El Monte to Del Mar?

The distance between El Monte and Del Mar is 116 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Del Mar without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Del Mar?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from El Monte to Del Mar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Del Mar bus from?

El Monte to Del Mar bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Ramona station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Del Mar?

The best way to get from El Monte to Del Mar is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the El Monte to Del Mar bus arrive?

El Monte to Del Mar bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alameda / Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Del Mar?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Del Mar is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from El Monte to Del Mar.

Where can I stay near Del Mar?

There are 495+ hotels available in Del Mar.

El Monte to Del Mar - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Del Mar by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 7m
$35–44
Line 70 bus, train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Camino Del Mar & 15th Stbus 101
5h 36m
$17–25
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angelesbus 76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 7m
Drive 99.4 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Del Marcar 99.4 mi
1h 47m
$19–27

El Monte to Del Mar by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from El Monte to Del Mar.

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Distance: 115.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $28–33 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Camino Del Mar & 15th St via Alameda / Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Plaza St in around 5h 7m.

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