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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Otay Mesa is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Otay Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $24 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Otay Mesa. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd via Iris Avenue Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Otay Mesa station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Iris Avenue Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from El Monte to Otay Mesa?

The distance between El Monte and Otay Mesa is 149 miles. The road distance is 134.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Otay Mesa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from El Monte to Otay Mesa, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from El Monte to Otay Mesa?

The best way to get from El Monte to Otay Mesa is to bus which takes 3h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the El Monte to Otay Mesa bus arrive?

El Monte to Otay Mesa bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the El Monte to Otay Mesa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to Otay Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Otay Mesa is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from El Monte to Otay Mesa.

Where can I stay near Otay Mesa?

There are 569+ hotels available in Otay Mesa.

El Monte to Otay Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3105
3h 6m
Drive 134 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to Otay Mesacar 134 mi
2h 23m
$25–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 32m
$51–111
Bus, fly, tram, line 905 bus
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 Iris Avenue Stationtram
4. Take the bus from Iris Avenue Transit Center to Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rdbus
4h 48m
$165–839

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from El Monte to San Ysidro twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, 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.

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