What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Old Town Transit Center and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Cardiff-by-the-Sea station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between El Cajon and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 40 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 34m and costs $11 - $35.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Old Town Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train from?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from El Cajon Station.

Where does the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Gilman Dr & Myers Dr station.

Where does the El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train arrive?

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 31 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

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El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 6 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 6 ways to get from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram Green
2. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 34m
$12–35
Tram, line 41 bus, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Fashion Valley Stationtram
2. Take the bus from Fashion Valley Transit Center to Genesee Av & Esplanade Ctbus 41
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 41m
$6–25
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 30.8 mi
33 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Seataxi 30.8 mi
33 min
$140–170
Tram, line 101 bus
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to UTC Stationtram
3. Take the bus from UTC Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 35m
$6–35
Line 30 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Town Transit Center to Gilman Dr & Myers Drbus 30
2. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
2h 47m
$6–14

El Cajon to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by tram, train, and bus

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and Gilman Dr & Myers Dr in around 2h 47m.

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