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Lancaster to El Cajon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lancaster and El Cajon takes 7h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Lancaster to El Cajon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 53m
Duration
216 mi
Distance
$73
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain train AV Line
  2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train Pacific Surfliner
6h 39m
$53–115

Lancaster to El Cajon train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Lancaster and El Cajon. The earliest departure is at 4:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 8:11 PM which arrives into El Cajon at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at L.A. Union Station and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 215.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 53m

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

You can take a train from Lancaster to El Cajon Station via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 6h 39m.

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