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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to El Cajon is to bus which costs $100 - $200 and takes 18h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to El Cajon is to train and fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $120 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Sacramento Bus Station and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 24m.

How far is it from Chico to El Cajon?

The distance between Chico and El Cajon is 604 miles. The road distance is 598.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to El Cajon without a car is to bus which takes 18h 15m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Chico to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Chico to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chico to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Chico to El Cajon is to bus which takes 18h 15m and costs $100 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $550 and takes 21h 24m.

Where does the Chico to El Cajon bus arrive?

Chico to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to El Cajon train arrive?

Chico to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Chico to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to El Cajon is 599 miles. It takes approximately 10h 4m to drive from Chico to El Cajon.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chico to El Cajon?

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Where can I stay near El Cajon?

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Chico to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chico to El Cajon by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Train to Sacramento International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
7h 11m
$124–350
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
18h 15m
$101–200
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
21h 24m
$252–520
Drive 595.1 mi
1. Drive from Chico to El Cajoncar 595.1 mi
10h 4m
$109–157
Train, train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
9h 28m
$139–404

Chico to El Cajon by bus (Greyhound)

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18h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 600.6 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Center via Sacramento Bus Station and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop in around 18h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chico Amtrak to El Cajon Station via Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 21h 24m.

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