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How to Travel from

Santa Monica to El Cajon

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
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 Los Angeles International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05

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 Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.58–$70.16

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

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon is to drive which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Aviation/Lax, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santa Monica station to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Santa Monica Station and arriving at El Cajon Station via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to El Cajon?

The distance between Santa Monica and El Cajon is 252 km. The road distance is 225 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $20.65 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Santa Monica to El Cajon bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, depart from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place station.

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

Santa Monica to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Santa Monica to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $20.65 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs $65.22 - $141.30 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Santa Monica to El Cajon bus arrive?

Santa Monica to El Cajon bus services, operated by Big Blue Bus, arrive at Aviation/Lax station.

Where does the Santa Monica to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Monica to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to El Cajon is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Santa Monica to El Cajon.

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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