The average train between El Cajon and Compton takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from El Cajon to Compton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between El Cajon and Compton. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from El Cajon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Compton at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from El Cajon to Compton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from El Cajon to Compton. However, there are services departing from El Cajon station and arriving at Compton station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.
El Cajon to Compton train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.
El Cajon to Compton train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Los Angeles station.
The distance between El Cajon and Compton is 169.2 km. The road distance is 247 km.
Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 47m.