What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center is to line 70 bus and train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Oceanside Transit Center?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Ramona and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Oceanside Transit Center?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Oceanside via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

The distance between El Monte and Oceanside Transit Center is 99 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $40.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center bus from?

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Ramona station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center train from?

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

The best way to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center bus arrive?

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alameda / Los Angeles station.

Where does the El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center train arrive?

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center.

Where can I stay near Oceanside Transit Center?

There are 886+ hotels available in Oceanside Transit Center.

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center 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 OceansidePacific Surfliner
3h 24m
$31–36
Drive 81 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center81 mi
1h 27m
$15–22
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to OceansideAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 18m
Line 70 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to OceansideOC Line
4h 4m
$15–20

El Monte to Oceanside Transit Center by train and foot (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.2 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Oceanside Transit Center, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Oceanside every 2 hours. Tickets cost $26–30 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Oceanside Transit Center via Alameda / Los Angeles, Los Angeles, and Oceanside in around 4h 18m.

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