What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to El Monte is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to El Monte is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Main-Harvard and arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level via Anaheim and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and El Monte?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at El Monte via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Irvine to El Monte?

The distance between Irvine and El Monte is 51 miles. The road distance is 42.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to El Monte without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to El Monte?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Irvine to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to El Monte bus from?

Irvine to El Monte bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Main-Harvard station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to El Monte train from?

Irvine to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train or bus from Irvine to El Monte?

The best way to get from Irvine to El Monte is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus and bus, which costs $11 - $50 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Irvine to El Monte bus arrive?

Irvine to El Monte bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Artic - Dock 4 station.

Where does the Irvine to El Monte train arrive?

Irvine to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to El Monte is 43 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Irvine to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 897+ hotels available in El Monte.

Irvine to El Monte - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Irvine to El Monte by train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Montetrain SB Line
2h 7m
$9–13
Line 59 bus, line 486 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University-Ent 3773 Mariposa Villa to Ring-Brea Mallbus 59
2. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Garvey Ave and Meeker Ave Wbus 486
4h 45m
$4–14
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main-Harvard to Artic - Dock 4bus 53
2. Take the bus from Anaheim to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Tijuana
2h 58m
$11–48
Drive 42.4 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to El Montecar 42.4 mi
45 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Irvine to El Montetaxi 42.4 mi
45 min
$130–160

Irvine to El Monte by train

73Weekly Trains

2h 7mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Irvine to El Monte.

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Tustin to El Monte via L.A. Union Station in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main-Harvard to El Monte Station - Upper Level via Artic - Dock 4, Anaheim, Los Angeles Union Station, and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza in around 2h 58m.

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