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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Pasadena is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Pasadena is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Memorial Park Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Pasadena?

The distance between El Cajon and Pasadena is 147 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Pasadena without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $22 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from El Cajon to Pasadena, including transfers.

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

El Cajon to Pasadena bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

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

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

Train or bus from El Cajon to Pasadena?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Pasadena is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $22 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $110 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the El Cajon to Pasadena bus arrive?

El Cajon to Pasadena bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the El Cajon to Pasadena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Pasadena is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from El Cajon to Pasadena.

Where can I stay near Pasadena?

There are 2168+ hotels available in Pasadena.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
4h 43m
$22–52
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 50m
$40–102
Drive 131.1 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Pasadenacar 131.1 mi
2h 20m
$24–35
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 Union Station - Metro A-Line to Memorial Park Stationtram
4h 29m
$172–680
Bus via Atlantic / Floral (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
6h 17m
$24–42

El Cajon to Pasadena by tram and bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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