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

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Tempe is to bus via El Centro which costs $50 - $100 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Tempe is to tram and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $70 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Tempe?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Tempe. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at 24th St & Jefferson St via 24th St & Buckeye Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Tempe?

The distance between El Cajon and Tempe is 335 miles. The road distance is 342.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Tempe without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from El Cajon to Tempe, including transfers.

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

El Cajon to Tempe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Cajon Transit Center station.

Where does the El Cajon to Tempe bus arrive?

El Cajon to Tempe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Tempe is 342 miles. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from El Cajon to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2972+ hotels available in Tempe.

El Cajon to Tempe - 5 ways to travel via tram, plane, bus, car

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

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Tram to San Diego International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Old Town Stationtram
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SAN - PHX
4h 3m
$74–257
Bus via El Centro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
8h 51m
$53–98
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0851S
7h 56m
$61–114
Drive 340.2 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Tempecar 340.2 mi
5h 50m
$63–90
Tram, line 101 bus to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, fly
1. Take the tram from El Cajon Station to Civic Center Stationtram
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to UCSD Central Campus Stationtram
3. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Encinitas Station Stall 3bus
4. Fly from Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane CLD - PHX
5. Take the tram from 44th St/Washington to McClintock Dr/Apache Blvdtram
6h 58m
$56–342

El Cajon to Tempe by bus and tram (Greyhound)

7Weekly Services

7h 56mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Phoenix Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h.

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