What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Van Nuys?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Van Nuys. However, there are services departing from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and arriving at Oxnard / Van Nuys via Lankershim / Chandler. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Van Nuys?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Van Nuys. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Van Nuys via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

The distance between El Cajon and Van Nuys is 159 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Van Nuys bus from?

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

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Van Nuys train from?

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

Train or bus from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Van Nuys is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $55 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the El Cajon to Van Nuys bus arrive?

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

Where does the El Cajon to Van Nuys train arrive?

El Cajon to Van Nuys train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Van Nuys station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Van Nuys?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Van Nuys is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from El Cajon to Van Nuys.

Where can I stay near Van Nuys?

There are 2928+ hotels available in Van Nuys.

El Cajon to Van Nuys - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 11m
$48–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0831
5h 13m
$24–54
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from El Cajon to Van Nuyscar 142.6 mi
2h 34m
$26–38
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
4h 22m
$160–828
Bus via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal
1. Take the bus from San Diego to LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stopbus reLAXsan
2. Take the bus from LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal to Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Avebus Lax
5h 15m
$64–127

El Cajon to Van Nuys by tram and train (Amtrak)

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Van Nuys 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Greyhound-us also services this route twice daily.

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