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Santa Monica to El Cajon trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Santa Monica and El Cajon takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Santa Monica 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.

5h 3m
Duration
157 mi
Distance
$59
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
5h 22m
$36–94

Santa Monica to El Cajon train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Santa Monica and El Cajon. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Santa Monica is at 11:36 PM which arrives into El Cajon at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Santa Monica to El Cajon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 156.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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