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Trip Overview

The average train between El Cajon and California takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from El Cajon to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 58m
Duration
139 mi
Distance
$65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
4h 20m
$42–100

El Cajon to California train times

Trains run hourly between El Cajon and California. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from El Cajon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into California at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from El Cajon to California.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 139.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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