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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Escondido is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Escondido is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Ramona and arriving at Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Los Angeles and Plaza St & Highway 101. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Escondido?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Escondido. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from El Monte to Escondido?

The distance between El Monte and Escondido is 120 miles. The road distance is 100.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Escondido without a car is to train and tram which takes 4h 38m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from El Monte to Escondido, including transfers.

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

El Monte to Escondido bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Ramona station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Escondido train from?

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

Where does the El Monte to Escondido bus arrive?

El Monte to Escondido bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Alameda / Los Angeles station.

Where does the El Monte to Escondido train arrive?

El Monte to Escondido train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oceanside station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Escondido is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from El Monte to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 516+ hotels available in Escondido.

El Monte to Escondido - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 70 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Escondido by train, tram, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram Sprinter
4h 38m
$37–76
Line 70 bus, bus, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the tram from Oceanside Transit Center to Escondido Transit Centertram
5h 24m
$19–35
Drive 100.2 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Escondidocar 100.2 mi
1h 41m
$19–27
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Alameda / Los Angelesbus 76
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 12m
$39–62

El Monte to Escondido by train, foot, and tram

91Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.8 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Santa Anita / Ramona to Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 via Alameda / Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 6h 12m.

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