What is the cheapest way to get from Julian to California?

The cheapest way to get from Julian to California is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Julian to California?

The fastest way to get from Julian to California is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Julian and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Julian to California. However, there are services departing from Washington St & Hwy 78 and arriving at Los Angeles via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Julian to California?

The distance between Julian and California is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from Julian to California without a car?

The best way to get from Julian to California without a car is to taxi and tram and train which takes 4h 46m and costs $200 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Julian to California?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Julian to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Julian to California bus from?

Julian to California bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Washington St & Hwy 78 station.

Where does the Julian to California bus arrive?

Julian to California bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Julian to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Julian to California is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Julian to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 2694+ hotels available in California.

Julian to California - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Julian to California by taxi, tram, train, bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Taxi, tram, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Julian to Escondido Transit Centertaxi
2. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram
3. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain
4h 46m
$207–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington St & Hwy 78 to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 891
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
7h 35m
$24–45
Bus via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Washington St & Hwy 78 to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 891
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 6m
$44–80
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Julian to Los Angelescar 137.9 mi
2h 35m
$26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Washington St & Hwy 78 to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 891
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 19m
$40–105

Julian to California by bus and tram

1Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Julian, CA, USA and California, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington St & Hwy 78 to Los Angeles via El Cajon Transit Center, El Cajon Station, Santa Fe Depot, and San Diego in around 7h 6m.

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