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El Cajon to Van Nuys trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between El Cajon and Van Nuys takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from El Cajon to Van Nuys. 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 8m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
$70
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Van Nuystrain train Pacific Surfliner
5h 11m
$48–110

El Cajon to Van Nuys train times

Trains run 5 times a day between El Cajon and Van Nuys. 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 Van Nuys at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 5h 8m. 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 Van Nuys.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 158 mi
  • Duration: 5h 8m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Van Nuys 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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