What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to South Pasadena?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to South Pasadena is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to South Pasadena?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to South Pasadena is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and South Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to South Pasadena. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station - Upper Level and arriving at Mission / Fremont via Cal State La Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and South Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to South Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at South Pasadena Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from El Monte to South Pasadena?

The distance between El Monte and South Pasadena is 19 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to South Pasadena without a car is to train and tram which takes 49 min and costs $8 - $11.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to South Pasadena?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from El Monte to South Pasadena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to South Pasadena bus from?

El Monte to South Pasadena bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from El Monte Station - Upper Level.

Where do I catch the El Monte to South Pasadena train from?

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

Where does the El Monte to South Pasadena bus arrive?

El Monte to South Pasadena bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cal State LA Busway Station.

Where does the El Monte to South Pasadena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to South Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to South Pasadena is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from El Monte to South Pasadena.

Where can I stay near South Pasadena?

There are 1949+ hotels available in South Pasadena.

El Monte to South Pasadena - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to South Pasadena by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, tram
best
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 South Pasadena Stationtram Metro A Line
49 min
$9–11
Drive 9.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to South Pasadenacar 9.4 mi
13 min
$2–3
Bus, line 258 bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Cal State LA Busway Stationbus Metro J Line
2. Take the bus from Cal State La Transit Center to Mission / Fremontbus 258
1h 6m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Monte to South Pasadenataxi 9.4 mi
13 min
$30–45
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Mildred to Atlantic / Floralbus 70
2. Take the bus from Atlantic / Floral to Fair Oaks / Missionbus 260/261
1h 23m
$3

El Monte to South Pasadena by train and tram

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49 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Mission / Fremont via Cal State LA Busway Station and Cal State La Transit Center in around 1h 6m.

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