What is the cheapest way to get from Redlands to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Redlands to El Cajon is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redlands to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Redlands to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Redlands and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Redlands to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from State @ Center and arriving at Grossmont Center Dr & Center Dr via San Bernardino, Old Town Transit Center and University Av & College Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Redlands and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Redlands to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Redlands - Downtown and arriving at El Cajon Station via San Bernardino - Downtown, Santa Ana and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Redlands to El Cajon?

The distance between Redlands and El Cajon is 163 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

How do I travel from Redlands to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Redlands to El Cajon without a car is to train via Santa Ana which takes 6h 14m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Redlands to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Redlands to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redlands to El Cajon bus from?

Redlands to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino station.

Where do I catch the Redlands to El Cajon train from?

Redlands to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Redlands to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Redlands to El Cajon is to train via Santa Ana which takes 6h 14m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus via San Ysidro, CA, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Redlands to El Cajon bus arrive?

Redlands to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Redlands to El Cajon train arrive?

Redlands to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Redlands to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Redlands to El Cajon is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Redlands to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1220+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Redlands to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Redlands to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus, car, 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 via Santa Ana
best
1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 14m
$37–87
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
6h 45m
$19–35
Bus via San Ysidro, CA
1. Take the bus from Valley Blvd - Bloomington to San Ysidro, CAbus Las Vegas
6h 31m
$51–107
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Redlands to El Cajoncar 104.8 mi
2h 4m
$20–28
Train
1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 26m
$29–62

Redlands to El Cajon by train and tram

24Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.4 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Redlands, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Redlands - Downtown to El Cajon Station via San Bernardino - Downtown, Santa Ana, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, Tufesa operates a bus from Valley Blvd - Bloomington to San Ysidro, CA once daily. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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