What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield station to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield Train Station and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to El Cajon?

The distance between Bakersfield and El Cajon is 253 miles. The road distance is 238.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 55m and costs $60 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to El Cajon bus from?

Bakersfield to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bakersfield Train Station.

Where does the Bakersfield to El Cajon bus arrive?

Bakersfield to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to El Cajon is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Bakersfield to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1291+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Bakersfield to El Cajon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bakersfield to El Cajon by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 55m
$61–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
7h 28m
$39–76
Drive 237.1 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to El Cajoncar 237.1 mi
4h 11m
$44–63
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
7h 53m
$123–305
Bus via SDSU Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 40m
$66–102
Fly Meadows Field Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
5h 36m
$108–363
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
6h 57m
$190–525
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Fresno Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane FAT - SAN
7h 3m
$101–313

Bakersfield to El Cajon by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

70Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 6h 40m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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