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

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to El Monte is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Escondido to El Monte is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and arriving at Santa Anita / Ramona via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Alameda / Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Escondido to El Monte?

The distance between Escondido and El Monte is 122 miles. The road distance is 100.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Escondido to El Monte without a car is to tram and train and line 76 bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Escondido to El Monte, including transfers.

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

Escondido to El Monte bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Escondido to El Monte bus arrive?

Escondido to El Monte bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Escondido to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to El Monte is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Escondido to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 969+ hotels available in El Monte.

Escondido to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 76 bus, and bus

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

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Tram, train, line 76 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
5h 4m
$32–68
Tram, bus, line 70 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus
3. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to Santa Anita / Mildredbus 70
5h 10m
$16–32
Drive 100 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to El Montecar 100 mi
1h 41m
$19–27
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
5h 50m
$38–62

Escondido to El Monte by tram, train, and bus

91Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Santa Anita / Ramona via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and Alameda / Los Angeles in around 5h 50m.

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