What is the cheapest way to get from Studio City to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Studio City to El Monte is to subway and line 70 bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Studio City to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Studio City to El Monte is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Studio City and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Studio City to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Laurel Canyon / Ventura and arriving at El Monte Station Upper Level via Melrose / Fairfax and Olympic Blvd and Flower St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Studio City to El Monte?

The distance between Studio City and El Monte is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Studio City to El Monte without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 55m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Studio City to El Monte?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Studio City to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Studio City to El Monte bus from?

Studio City to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Melrose / Fairfax station.

Where does the Studio City to El Monte bus arrive?

Studio City to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Main / 11th station.

Can I drive from Studio City to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Studio City to El Monte is 29 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Studio City to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1088+ hotels available in El Monte.

Studio City to El Monte - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 70 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Studio City to El Monte by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway Metro B Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Montetrain SB Line
1h 55m
$10–13
Bus, line 707 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melrose / Fairfax to Main / 11thbus 10/48
2. Take the bus from Olympic Blvd and Flower St to El Monte Station Upper Levelbus 707
2h 38m
$4–10
Subway, line 70 bus
1. Take the subway from Universal / Studio City Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway Metro B Line
2. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to Santa Anita / Mildredbus 70
2h
$5–6
Drive 28.7 mi
1. Drive from Studio City to El Montecar 28.7 mi
31 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Studio City to El Montetaxi 28.7 mi
31 min
$150–190

Studio City to El Monte by bus, subway, and train

126Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Studio City to El Monte.

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Laurel Canyon / Ventura to El Monte Station Upper Level via Fairfax / Melrose, Melrose / Fairfax, Main / 11th, and Olympic Blvd and Flower St in around 2h 38m.

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