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Trip Overview

The average train between El Cajon and San Ysidro takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from El Cajon to San Ysidro. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 20m
Duration
28 mi
Distance
$28
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

El Cajon to San Ysidro train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between El Cajon and San Ysidro. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from El Cajon is at 11:48 PM which arrives into San Ysidro at 5:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit4h 41m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit4h 48m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit4h 41m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit4h 41m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 26m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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    San Diego Metro TransitSan Diego Metro Transit1h 18m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from El Cajon to San Ysidro? 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.

Map of how to get from El Cajon to San Ysidro.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 27.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a vehicle from El Cajon Station to Beyer Blvd Station via 12th & Imperial Station in around 1h 14m.

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