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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Compton is to bus and line 61 bus which costs $20 - $35 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Compton is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Compton?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Compton station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Artesia Station Bay 3 via San Diego and 1st & Shelter G S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Compton?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Compton station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Compton Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Compton?

The distance between El Cajon and Compton is 133 miles. The road distance is 120.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Compton without a car is to bus and line 61 bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $20 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from El Cajon to Compton, including transfers.

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

El Cajon to Compton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

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

El Cajon to Compton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from El Cajon to Compton?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Compton is to bus and line 61 bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $20 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the El Cajon to Compton bus arrive?

El Cajon to Compton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery station.

Where does the El Cajon to Compton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Compton?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Compton is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from El Cajon to Compton.

Where can I stay near Compton?

There are 2725+ hotels available in Compton.

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

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Bus, line 61 bus
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1. Take the bus from San Diego to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallerybus FlixBus 2006
2. Take the bus from 1st & Shelter G S to Artesia Station Bay 3bus 61 / ...
4h 38m
$20–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 4m
$44–102
Drive 119.8 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Comptoncar 119.8 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SAN - LAX
3h 59m
$156–921
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Long Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
4h 54m
$22–52

El Cajon to Compton by bus

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Artesia Station Bay 3 via San Diego, Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery, and 1st & Shelter G S in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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