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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Balboa Park is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $60 - $75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Park Bl & Zoo Pl via SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

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

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Balboa Park station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at City College Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from El Cajon to Balboa Park?

The distance between El Cajon and Balboa Park is 18 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Balboa Park without a car is to tram which takes 59 min and costs $4 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from El Cajon to Balboa Park, including transfers.

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

El Cajon to Balboa Park bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

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

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

Where does the El Cajon to Balboa Park bus arrive?

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

Where does the El Cajon to Balboa Park train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Balboa Park is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from El Cajon to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2308+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

El Cajon to Balboa Park - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 115 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Balboa Park by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to City College Stationtram Orange
59 min
$4–20
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Balboa Parkcar 13.4 mi
20 min
$3–4
Line 115 bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to College Av & SDSU Transit Centerbus 115
2. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to Park Bl & Zoo Plbus 215
1h 28m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Cajon to Balboa Parktaxi 13.4 mi
20 min
$60–75

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

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from El Cajon Station to City College Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Balboa Park via College Av & SDSU Transit Center, SDSU Transit Center, and Park Bl & Zoo Pl in around 1h 28m.

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