What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Bishop?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Bishop is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Bishop?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Bishop is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from El Monte to Bishop?

The distance between El Monte and Bishop is 296 miles. The road distance is 263.5 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Bishop without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Bishop without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 44m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Bishop?

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from El Monte to Bishop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Bishop bus from?

El Monte to Bishop bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where does the El Monte to Bishop bus arrive?

El Monte to Bishop bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Bishop?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Bishop is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from El Monte to Bishop.

Where can I stay near Bishop?

There are 23+ hotels available in Bishop.

El Monte to Bishop - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Bishop?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Bishop. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Mildred and arriving at Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Los Angeles Downtown, Bakersfield Amtrak and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

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There are 3 ways to get from El Monte to Bishop by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395 Route South / ...
8h 44m
$47–72
Drive 262 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Bishopcar 262 mi
4h 56m
$48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 100
3. Take the bus from Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395
12h 13m
$72–116

El Monte to Bishop by train and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.7 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Bishop, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Anita / Mildred to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Los Angeles Downtown, Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway in around 12h 13m.

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