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

The cheapest way to get from Camarillo to El Cajon is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Camarillo to El Cajon is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Camarillo and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Camarillo to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Camarillo Amtrak and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Camarillo to El Cajon?

The distance between Camarillo and El Cajon is 198 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Camarillo to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Camarillo to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Camarillo to El Cajon train from?

Camarillo to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Camarillo Amtrak station.

Where does the Camarillo to El Cajon train arrive?

Camarillo to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Camarillo to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Camarillo to El Cajon is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Camarillo to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1152+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Camarillo to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Camarillo to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, tram, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Camarillo Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 26m
$61–133
Drive 177.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Camarillo to El Cajoncar 177.6 mi
3h 7m
$33–47
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Camarillo station to Hollister & La Patera NBbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 59m
$166–244
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Camarillo to L.A. Union Stationtrain
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
5h 43m
$171–846

Camarillo to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Camarillo Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 4h 38m.

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