What is the cheapest way to get from Arcadia to Santee?

The cheapest way to get from Arcadia to Santee is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcadia to Santee?

The fastest way to get from Arcadia to Santee is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Arcadia and Santee?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcadia to Santee. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Huntington and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via El Monte Station Lower Level, El Monte and San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Arcadia and Santee?

No, there is no direct train from Arcadia station to Santee station. However, there are services departing from Arcadia Station and arriving at Santee Town Center Station via Los Angeles, Old Town Station and El Cajon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Arcadia to Santee?

The distance between Arcadia and Santee is 161 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

How do I travel from Arcadia to Santee without a car?

The best way to get from Arcadia to Santee without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $35 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Arcadia to Santee?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Arcadia to Santee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcadia to Santee bus from?

Arcadia to Santee bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where do I catch the Arcadia to Santee train from?

Arcadia to Santee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Arcadia to Santee?

The best way to get from Arcadia to Santee is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $35 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Arcadia to Santee bus arrive?

Arcadia to Santee bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Arcadia to Santee train arrive?

Arcadia to Santee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Arcadia to Santee?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcadia to Santee is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Arcadia to Santee.

Where can I stay near Santee?

There are 1311+ hotels available in Santee.

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There are 5 ways to get from Arcadia to Santee by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, tram, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 23m
$36–107
Tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Arcadia Station to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
2. Take the bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006
6h 40m
$22–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3105
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
6h 21m
$38–67
Drive 126.5 mi
1. Drive from Arcadia to Santeecar 126.5 mi
2h 19m
$24–34
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Arcadia Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Santee Town Center Stationtram
5h 18m
$165–500

Arcadia to Santee by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Arcadia, CA, USA and Santee, 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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Huntington to Gillespie Field Station via Santa Anita / Ramona, El Monte Station Lower Level, Valley Blvd and Mountain View Rd, El Monte, San Ysidro, San Ysidro Bus Terminal, El Cajon Transit Center, and El Cajon Station in around 6h 21m.

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