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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to El Cajon

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$829.20

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$484.76
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$255.14

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.62–$472.00
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$535.79

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.62–$127.57

San Diego Metro Transit

Phone:
+1 619-233-3004
Website:
sdmts.com
Train from Santa Fe Depot to El
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$17.86

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$22.96–$82.92

reLAXsan

Phone:
(858) 430-8440
Website:
gorelaxsan.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day

LAX LINQ

Phone:
(323)-776-5467
Website:
laxlinq.com/
Bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$89.30

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon is to bus which costs $19.57 - $119.57 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

The distance between Santa Barbara and El Cajon is 390 km. The road distance is 361.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $28.26 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to El Cajon bus from?

Santa Barbara to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to El Cajon train from?

Santa Barbara to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to El Cajon is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs $28.26 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which costs $119.57 - $173.91 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to El Cajon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Barbara to El Cajon train arrive?

Santa Barbara to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to El Cajon is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Santa Barbara to El Cajon.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to El Cajon?

Book your Santa Barbara to El Cajon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 904+ hotels available in El Cajon. Prices start at $53.04 per night.
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