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El Monte to La Mesa trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between El Monte and La Mesa takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from El Monte to La Mesa. 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 52m
Duration
147 mi
Distance
$66
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 45m
$49–108

El Monte to La Mesa train times

Trains run every 3 hours between El Monte and La Mesa. 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 La Mesa at 5:04 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from El Monte to La Mesa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 146.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and La Mesa, 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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