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 49m.

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 40 min.

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 31 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 bus which takes 40 min and costs $24 - $35.

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

The bus from El Monte to Santa Ana takes 40 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

El Monte to Tustin bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from El Monte 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 bus which takes 40 min and costs $24 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $30 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the El Monte to Tustin bus arrive?

El Monte to Tustin bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Santa Ana 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 1611+ hotels available in Tustin.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Santa Anabus Lxus 3105
40 min
$24–35
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 1St-Centennialbus 60
2h 49m
$4
Train
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
$15–30
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

El Monte to Tustin by bus

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from El Monte to Santa Ana twice daily. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from El Monte to Santa Ana via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 2h 16m.

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