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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Palmdale is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Palmdale is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Palmdale?

The distance between El Cajon and Palmdale is 210 miles. The road distance is 173.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from El Cajon to Palmdale, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the El Cajon to Palmdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Palmdale is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from El Cajon to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 65+ hotels available in Palmdale.

El Cajon to Palmdale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Palmdale by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 26m
$52–115
Drive 172.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Palmdalecar 172.2 mi
3h 7m
$32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Glendale Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the train from Glendale to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 50m
$46–77
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
8h
$48–85

El Cajon to Palmdale by tram, train, and foot

52Weekly Services

7h 26mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.5 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from El Cajon Station to Palmdale Station via Old Town Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 26m.

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