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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to El Monte is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to El Monte is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Lompoc Transit Hub and arriving at Santa Anita / Mildred via Santa Maria Airport, CA, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal and Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Lompoc to El Monte?

The distance between Lompoc and El Monte is 171 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to El Monte without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 11m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Lompoc to El Monte, including transfers.

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

Lompoc to El Monte bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, depart from Lompoc Transit Hub station.

Where does the Lompoc to El Monte bus arrive?

Lompoc to El Monte bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Santa Maria Public Airport station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to El Monte is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Lompoc to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1134+ hotels available in El Monte.

Lompoc to El Monte - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lompoc to El Monte by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaksbus Lompoc
2. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 11m
$49–91
Drive 164.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to El Montecar 164.5 mi
2h 56m
$30–44
Bus, train via Camarillo
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Take the bus from Hollister and Kellogg EB to Camarillo stationbus 85X / ...
3. Take the train from Camarillo to L.A. Union Stationtrain
7h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Santa Maria Public Airportbus 30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
7h 49m
$95–117
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 9m
$44–106

Lompoc to El Monte by bus

49Weekly Buses

7h 49mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Santa Anita / Mildred via Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Airport, CA, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Union Station LAX FlyAway, and Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion in around 7h 49m.

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