What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Long Beach?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Long Beach is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Long Beach?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Long Beach is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Long Beach. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery via San Diego. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Long Beach station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at 1st Street Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Long Beach?

The distance between El Cajon and Long Beach is 120 miles. The road distance is 112.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Long Beach without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $18 - $35.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Long Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from El Cajon to Long Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Long Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Long Beach train from?

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

Where does the El Cajon to Long Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the El Cajon to Long Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Long Beach is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from El Cajon to Long Beach.

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

Book your El Cajon to Long Beach bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Long Beach?

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

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallerybus FlixBus 2006
3h 35m
$18–32
Train, tram
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
5h 30m
$44–102
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Long Beachcar 111.7 mi
2h 4m
$21–30
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
3. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Linetram
4. Take the tram from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line to 1st Street Stationtram
4h 27m
$156–821
Bus via Long Beach Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Long Beach Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
4h 23m
$20–50

El Cajon to Long Beach by bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 118.9 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Diego to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery once daily. Tickets cost $16–28 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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