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El Cajon to Santa Monica trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between El Cajon and Santa Monica takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from El Cajon to Santa Monica. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 3m
Duration
157 mi
Distance
$59
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
5h 23m
$36–94

El Cajon to Santa Monica train times

Trains run every 2 hours between El Cajon and Santa Monica. 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 Santa Monica at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from El Cajon to Santa Monica.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 156.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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