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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to El Monte is to bus via 6th Av/District which costs $85 - $110 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to El Monte is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 5m and costs $200 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at El Monte via Downtown Ronstadt Center and 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Tucson to El Monte?

The distance between Tucson and El Monte is 467 miles. The road distance is 477.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to El Monte without a car is to train which takes 8h 49m and costs $45 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Tucson to El Monte, including transfers.

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

Tucson to El Monte bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson station.

Train or bus from Tucson to El Monte?

The best way to get from Tucson to El Monte is to train which takes 8h 49m and costs $45 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via 6th Av/District, which costs $85 - $110 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Tucson to El Monte bus arrive?

Tucson to El Monte bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Monte station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and El Monte?

El Monte is 1h behind Tucson. It is currently 8:14 AM in Tucson and 7:14 AM in El Monte.

Can I drive from Tucson to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to El Monte is 477 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Tucson to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1007+ hotels available in El Monte.

Tucson to El Monte - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to El Monte by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, or shuttle

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

Fly Tucson to John Wayne Airport Orange County, taxi
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)TUS - SNA
2. Take the taxi from Santa-Ana-Airport-SNA to El Monte
4h 5m
$205–740
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Pomona AmtrakTexas Eagle / ...
8h 49m
$50–165
Bus via 6th Av/District
1. Take the bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to El MonteEl Paso / ...
9h 10m
$85–110
Drive 474.4 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to El Monte474.4 mi
7h 33m
$87–125
Fly Tucson to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)TUS - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Monte
5h 45m
$80–427
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)PHX - SNA
3. Take the taxi from Santa-Ana-Airport-SNA to El Monte
4h 59m
$495–825
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Long Beach Airport, line 266 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)PHX - LGB
3. Take the bus from Del Amo / Lakewood to Rosemead / Fern
6h 36m
$193–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to El MonteNogales
12h 1m
$85–120

Tucson to El Monte by train and bus (Amtrak)

6Weekly Services

8h 49mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Pomona Amtrak 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–160 and the journey takes 7h 49m. Alternatively, Omnibus Express operates a bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to El Monte 4 times a day. Tickets cost $85–110 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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