What is the cheapest way to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Camp Pendleton South and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Vandegrift Bl & Stuart Mesa Rd and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Oceanside Transportation Center and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Camp Pendleton South and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon?

The distance between Camp Pendleton South and El Cajon is 57 miles. The road distance is 47.1 miles.

How do I travel from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 41m and costs $24 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon bus from?

Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon bus services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Vandegrift Bl & Stuart Mesa Rd station.

Where do I catch the Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon train from?

Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon bus arrive?

Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon bus services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center Stall 3 station.

Where does the Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon is 47 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1275+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon by train, tram, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram Green
2h 41m
$24–55
Line 392 bus, bus, line 41 bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vandegrift Bl & Stuart Mesa Rd to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 3bus 392 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
3. Take the bus from Genesee Av & Esplanade Ct to Fashion Valley Transit Centerbus 41
4. Take the tram from Fashion Valley Station to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 4m
$6–25
Line 392 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vandegrift Bl & Stuart Mesa Rd to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 3bus 392 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus
3h 26m
$10–19
Drive 46.8 mi
1. Drive from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajoncar 46.8 mi
51 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Camp Pendleton South to El Cajontaxi 46.8 mi
51 min
$210–250

Camp Pendleton South to El Cajon by bus, train, and tram

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Camp Pendleton South, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Vandegrift Bl & Stuart Mesa Rd to El Cajon Transit Center via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 3, Oceanside Transportation Center, and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop in around 3h 26m.

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