What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Mission Viejo?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Mission Viejo. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Jeronimo-Montilla via SDSU Transit Center, San Diego and Irvine Station-Dock 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Mission Viejo?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Mission Viejo station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Mission Viejo?

The distance between El Cajon and Mission Viejo is 91 miles. The road distance is 80.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 50m and costs $25 - $65.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Mission Viejo bus from?

El Cajon to Mission Viejo bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from SDSU Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Mission Viejo train from?

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

Where does the El Cajon to Mission Viejo bus arrive?

El Cajon to Mission Viejo bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Where does the El Cajon to Mission Viejo train arrive?

El Cajon to Mission Viejo train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Mission Viejo?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Mission Viejo is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from El Cajon to Mission Viejo.

Where can I stay near Mission Viejo?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Mission Viejo.

El Cajon to Mission Viejo - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 215 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from El Cajon to Mission Viejo by tram, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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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 San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 50m
$26–62
Drive 79.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Mission Viejocar 79.7 mi
1h 24m
$15–21
Line 215 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from SDSU Transit Center to India St & C Stbus 215
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Irvinebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 53m
$34–52

El Cajon to Mission Viejo by tram, train, and bus

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Jeronimo-Montilla via College Av & SDSU Transit Center, SDSU Transit Center, India St & C St, San Diego, Irvine, and Irvine Station-Dock 5 in around 5h 53m.

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