What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to La Mesa is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to La Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at SDSU Transit Center via Cross Border Xpress and Santa Fe Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to La Mesa station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at 70th Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from El Monte to La Mesa?

The distance between El Monte and La Mesa is 147 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to La Mesa without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from El Monte to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to La Mesa bus from?

El Monte to La Mesa bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to La Mesa train from?

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

Train or bus from El Monte to La Mesa?

The best way to get from El Monte to La Mesa is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus and line 215 bus, which costs and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the El Monte to La Mesa bus arrive?

El Monte to La Mesa bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Cbx station.

Where does the El Monte to La Mesa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to La Mesa is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from El Monte to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 1984+ hotels available in La Mesa.

El Monte to La Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 4 bus

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 45m
$49–108
Drive 120.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to La Mesacar 120.9 mi
2h 9m
$23–32
Bus, line 4 bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Cbxbus
2. Take the bus from Cross Border Xpress to San Diego - Santa Fe Depotbus 4
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215
4h 48m
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 La Mesa Blvd Stationtram
4h 31m
$163–835
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 70
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus Los Angeles
5h 38m
$28–56

El Monte to La Mesa by train, foot, and tram (Amtrak)

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and La Mesa, 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, you can take a bus from El Monte to SDSU Transit Center via Cross Border Xpress and Santa Fe Depot in around 4h 48m.

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