What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to San Diego is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Ramona and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to San Diego. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from El Monte to San Diego?

The distance between El Monte and San Diego is 140 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from El Monte to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to San Diego bus from?

El Monte to San Diego bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Amador station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to San Diego train from?

El Monte to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from El Monte to San Diego?

The best way to get from El Monte to San Diego is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the El Monte to San Diego bus arrive?

El Monte to San Diego bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Where does the El Monte to San Diego train arrive?

El Monte to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from El Monte to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to San Diego is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from El Monte to San Diego.

How do I get a bus ticket from El Monte to San Diego?

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2002+ hotels available in San Diego.

El Monte to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, plane, 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 Los Angeles to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
4h 21m
$38–45
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to San Diego118 mi
2h 6m
$22–32
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San DiegoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 1m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LAX - SAN
3h 18m
$87–321
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
5h 43m
$26–72

El Monte to San Diego by train and foot (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego every 2 hours. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to San Diego via Alameda / Los Angeles and Los Angeles in around 5h 1m.

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