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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center is to line 70 bus and train and bus which costs $16 - $25 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $19 - $28.

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

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to UTC Transit Center station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at UTC Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

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

The distance between El Monte and UTC Transit Center is 148 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from El Monte to UTC Transit Center?

The best way to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can line 70 bus and bus, which costs $25 - $70 and takes 5h 25m.

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

El Monte to UTC Transit Center train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from El Monte to UTC Transit Center?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to UTC Transit Center is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from El Monte to UTC Transit Center.

Where can I stay near UTC Transit Center?

There are 2178+ hotels available in UTC Transit Center.

El Monte to UTC Transit Center - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 70 bus

There are 6 ways to get from El Monte to UTC Transit Center by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, tram, or bus

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 Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
4h 42m
$39–59
Line 70 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Center101
6h 18m
$17–25
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Mildred to Cesar E Chavez / Vignes70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San DiegoFlixBus 2017
5h 25m
$26–67
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to UTC Transit Center106.4 mi
1h 53m
$20–28
Train, fly, tram
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
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to UTC Station
4h 3m
$94–346
Line 76 bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angeles76
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Hwy 101 & Plaza St to UTC Transit Center101
5h 23m
$32–41

El Monte to UTC Transit Center by train, foot, and tram (Amtrak)

77Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 2 hours. Tickets cost $32–38 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Mildred to UTC Station via Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, Los Angeles Union Station, San Diego, and UCSD Health La Jolla Station in around 5h 25m.

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