What is the cheapest way to get from California to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from California to El Monte is to bus which costs $1 - $6 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from California to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from California to El Monte is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between California and El Monte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aliso / Los Angeles and arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from California to El Monte?

The distance between California and El Monte is 14 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

How do I travel from California to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from California to El Monte without a car is to bus which takes 18 min and costs $1 - $6.

How long does it take to get from California to El Monte?

The bus from Aliso / Los Angeles to El Monte Station - Upper Level takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the California to El Monte bus from?

California to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Aliso / Los Angeles station.

Where does the California to El Monte bus arrive?

California to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at El Monte Station - Upper Level.

Can I drive from California to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between California to El Monte is 17 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from California to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1097+ hotels available in El Monte.

California to El Monte - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from California to El Monte by bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Aliso / Los Angeles to El Monte Station - Upper Levelbus Metro J Line
18 min
$1–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to El Montetaxi 16.8 mi
17 min
$55–70
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to El Montecar 16.8 mi
17 min
$4–5

California to El Monte by bus

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Distance: 13.8 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between California, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Aliso / Los Angeles to El Monte Station - Upper Level every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 18 min. Foothill Transit also services this route every 30 minutes.

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