What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista is to bus via Old Town Station which costs $22 - $40 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station - Upper Level and arriving at E St & 4th Av via Los Angeles Union Station and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at E Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from El Monte to Chula Vista?

The distance between El Monte and Chula Vista is 147 miles. The road distance is 125.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Chula Vista?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from El Monte to Chula Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Chula Vista bus from?

El Monte to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Chula Vista train from?

El Monte to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Chula Vista?

The best way to get from El Monte to Chula Vista is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the El Monte to Chula Vista bus arrive?

El Monte to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the El Monte to Chula Vista train arrive?

El Monte to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Chula Vista is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from El Monte to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 1977+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 57m
$47–94
Drive 124.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to Chula Vistacar 124.4 mi
2h 14m
$23–33
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
4h 59m
$27–47
Bus, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plazabus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to E Street Stationtram
4h 13m
Bus via Old Town Station (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006 / ...
6h 52m
$23–37

El Monte to Chula Vista by train, foot, and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound Mexico operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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