The average train between El Monte and Goleta takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from El Monte to Goleta. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between El Monte and Goleta. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from El Monte is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Goleta at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 56m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from El Monte to Goleta? 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.
No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles station and arriving at Goleta Station via Goleta Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.
El Monte to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.
El Monte to Goleta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Goleta Station.
The distance between El Monte and Goleta is 170.4 km. The road distance is 186 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Goleta Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 2h 59m.