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El Monte to Chula Vista trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between El Monte and Chula Vista takes 4h 59m 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 59m
Duration
147 mi
Distance
$58
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train Pacific Surfliner
4h 57m
$47–94

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 8:04 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 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from El Monte to Chula Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 146.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 59m

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 $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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