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Trip Overview

The average train between El Monte and Chula Vista takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from El Monte to Chula Vista. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 58m
Duration
147 mi
Distance
$88
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

El Monte to Chula Vista train times

Trains run every 3 hours between El Monte and Chula Vista. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from El Monte is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Chula Vista at 6:07 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit9h 48m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit5h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit5h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Metrolink TrainsAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit4h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from El Monte to Chula Vista? 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 Monte to Chula Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 146.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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