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

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Tustin is to bus and line 60 bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Tustin is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Tustin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Monte and arriving at Santa Ana. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Tustin?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Tustin. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Santa Ana via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from El Monte to Tustin?

The distance between El Monte and Tustin is 47 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Monte to Tustin without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $17 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from El Monte to Tustin, including transfers.

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

El Monte to Tustin bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Santa Anita / Amador station.

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

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

Train or bus from El Monte to Tustin?

The best way to get from El Monte to Tustin is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs $3 - $4 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the El Monte to Tustin bus arrive?

El Monte to Tustin bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at 7th / Channel station.

Where does the El Monte to Tustin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Monte to Tustin?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Tustin is 32 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from El Monte to Tustin.

Where can I stay near Tustin?

There are 1546+ hotels available in Tustin.

El Monte to Tustin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to Tustin by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from El Monte to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2h 16m
$18–32
Bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Anita / Amador to 7th / Channelbus 577
2. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to 17Th-Enderle Centerbus 60
2h 33m
$4
Drive 31.6 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Tustincar 31.6 mi
35 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Monte to Tustintaxi 31.6 mi
35 min
$110–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Santa Anabus El Paso
10h 10m
$20–28

El Monte to Tustin by train and foot

91Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from El Monte to Santa Ana via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Anita / Amador to 17Th-Enderle Center via 7th / Channel and 7Th-Channel in around 2h 33m.

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