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Pasadena to El Cajon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pasadena and El Cajon takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Pasadena 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.

4h 23m
Duration
149 mi
Distance
$62
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train Pacific Surfliner
4h 50m
$39–102

Pasadena to El Cajon train times

Trains run hourly between Pasadena and El Cajon. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pasadena is at 9:31 PM which arrives into El Cajon at 5:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station - Metro A-Line and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Pasadena to El Cajon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 148.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 23m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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