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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Lakewood is to line 266 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Lakewood is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Lakewood?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rosemead / Fern and arriving at Lakewood / Michelson. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Lakewood?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Lakewood station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Del Amo Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from El Monte to Lakewood?

The distance between El Monte and Lakewood is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Lakewood without a car is to line 266 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs $1 - $2.

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

The line 266 bus from Rosemead / Fern to Lakewood / Michelson takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

El Monte to Lakewood bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Rosemead / Fern station.

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

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

Where does the El Monte to Lakewood bus arrive?

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

Where does the El Monte to Lakewood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to Lakewood?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Lakewood is 18 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from El Monte to Lakewood.

Where can I stay near Lakewood?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Lakewood.

El Monte to Lakewood - 4 ways to travel via train, line 266 bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Lakewood by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 266 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rosemead / Fern to Lakewood / Michelsonbus 266
1h 1m
$1–2
Train, tram
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Del Amo Stationtram Metro A Line
2h 1m
$11–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Monte to Lakewoodtaxi 18 mi
22 min
$65–85
Drive 18 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Lakewoodcar 18 mi
22 min
$4–5

El Monte to Lakewood by bus

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Rosemead / Fern to Lakewood / Michelson every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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