What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station - Lower Level and arriving at Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Dana Point station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from El Monte to Dana Point?

The distance between El Monte and Dana Point is 72 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Dana Point without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $26 - $55.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from El Monte to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Dana Point bus from?

El Monte to Dana Point bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Lower Level.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Dana Point train from?

El Monte to Dana Point train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from El Monte station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Dana Point?

The best way to get from El Monte to Dana Point is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $26 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the El Monte to Dana Point bus arrive?

El Monte to Dana Point bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th / Channel station.

Where does the El Monte to Dana Point train arrive?

El Monte to Dana Point train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Dana Point is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from El Monte to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 297+ hotels available in Dana Point.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 13m
$27–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to 7th / Channelbus 577
2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
3h 47m
$4
Drive 54.9 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Dana Pointcar 54.9 mi
1h 2m
$10–15

El Monte to Dana Point by train, foot, and bus

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from El Monte to Del Obispo-Stonehill via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via 7th / Channel and 7Th-Channel in around 3h 47m.

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