What is the cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Balboa Park and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Balboa Park to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Park Bl & Zoo Pl and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via College Av & SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Balboa Park and El Cajon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from City College Station station and arriving at El Cajon Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Balboa Park to El Cajon?

The distance between Balboa Park and El Cajon is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon without a car is to tram via Park Bl & Village Pl which takes 1h 10m and costs $4 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to El Cajon bus from?

Balboa Park to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Park Bl & Zoo Pl station.

Where do I catch the Balboa Park to El Cajon train from?

Balboa Park to El Cajon train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from City College Station.

Where does the Balboa Park to El Cajon bus arrive?

Balboa Park to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at SDSU Transit Center station.

Where does the Balboa Park to El Cajon train arrive?

Balboa Park to El Cajon train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Station.

Can I drive from Balboa Park to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Balboa Park to El Cajon is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Balboa Park to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1264+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Balboa Park to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 215 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balboa Park to El Cajon by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram via Park Bl & Village Pl
best
1. Take the tram from City College Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
1h 10m
$4–20
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from City College Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
1h 10m
$2–15
Line 215 bus, line 115 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Bl & Zoo Pl to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215
2. Take the bus from College Av & SDSU Transit Center to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 115
1h 57m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balboa Park to El Cajontaxi 14.2 mi
18 min
$65–80
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Balboa Park to El Cajoncar 14.2 mi
18 min
$3–4

Balboa Park to El Cajon by foot, bus, and tram

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Distance: 17.6 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from City College Station to El Cajon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Balboa Park to El Cajon Transit Center via Park Bl & Zoo Pl, SDSU Transit Center, and College Av & SDSU Transit Center in around 1h 57m.

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