What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks is to bus and line 161 bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte station to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from El Monte Station Upper Level and arriving at Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Figueroa St & 12th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Moorpark via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between El Monte and Thousand Oaks is 63 miles. The road distance is 52.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks without a car is to line 707 bus and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Thousand Oaks bus from?

El Monte to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from El Monte Station Upper Level.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Thousand Oaks train from?

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

Train or bus from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

The best way to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks is to line 707 bus and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $18 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the El Monte to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

El Monte to Thousand Oaks bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at Flower St and 12th St station.

Where does the El Monte to Thousand Oaks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Thousand Oaks is 52 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from El Monte to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 217+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

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There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Thousand Oaks by bus, train, or car

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Line 707 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte Station Upper Level to Flower St and 12th Stbus 707
2. Take the bus from Figueroa St & 12th St to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rdbus 422
3h 18m
$6–10
Train
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Moorparktrain VC Line
4h 6m
$11–18
Drive 52 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Thousand Oakscar 52 mi
55 min
$10–14
Bus, line 161 bus
1. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Canoga Stationbus Metro G Line
2. Take the bus from Canoga Station to Thousand Oaks / Skylinebus 161
3h 51m
$6–7

El Monte to Thousand Oaks by bus

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Distance: 62.4 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Monte Station Upper Level to Thousand Oaks Blvd & Hampshire Rd via Flower St and 12th St and Figueroa St & 12th St in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from El Monte to Thousand Oaks Transit Center via L.A. Union Station, Moorpark, and Moorpark Station WB in around 4h 6m.

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