The average train between San Ysidro and El Cajon takes 1h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from San Ysidro 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.
Trains run every 20 minutes between San Ysidro and El Cajon. The earliest departure is at 4:32 AM at night, and the last departure from San Ysidro is at 4:47 PM which arrives into El Cajon at 6:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 19m • 1 change

1h 19m • 1 change

1h 19m • 1 change

1h 19m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from San Ysidro to El Cajon? 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 San Ysidro to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from San Ysidro station and arriving at El Cajon station via 12th & Imperial Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.
San Ysidro to El Cajon train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Beyer Blvd Station.
San Ysidro to El Cajon train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Station.
The distance between San Ysidro and El Cajon is 28 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a vehicle from Beyer Blvd Station to El Cajon Station via 12th & Imperial Station in around 1h 20m.