What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Elsinore and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Elsinore to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Hwy 74 + Cambern and arriving at El Monte Station Upper Level via Perris Transit Center, Riverside, Holt @ Lemon and Pomona Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Elsinore and El Monte?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Elsinore to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Perris - Downtown and arriving at El Monte via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

The distance between Lake Elsinore and El Monte is 103 miles. The road distance is 56.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $12 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Elsinore to El Monte bus from?

Lake Elsinore to El Monte bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Perris Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Lake Elsinore to El Monte train from?

Lake Elsinore to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Perris - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

The best way to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $12 - $20. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and line 707 bus, which costs $10 - $22 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Lake Elsinore to El Monte bus arrive?

Lake Elsinore to El Monte bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Vine St. Mobility Hub station.

Where does the Lake Elsinore to El Monte train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Elsinore to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Elsinore to El Monte is 56 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Lake Elsinore to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1103+ hotels available in El Monte.

Lake Elsinore to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, line 22 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Elsinore to El Monte by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perris - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line
4h 53m
$12–20
Line 22 bus, line 707 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Vine St. Mobility Hubbus 22
2. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to El Monte Station Upper Levelbus 707 / ...
5h 12m
$10–22
Line 22 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Vine St. Mobility Hubbus 22
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to El Montetrain SB Line
5h 7m
$12–20
Drive 56.1 mi
1. Drive from Lake Elsinore to El Montecar 56.1 mi
59 min
$11–15

Lake Elsinore to El Monte by bus and train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Perris - Downtown to L.A. Union Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 74 + Cambern to El Monte Station Upper Level via Perris Transit Center, Vine St. Mobility Hub, Riverside, Ontario Amtrak, Holt @ Lemon, and Pomona Transit Center in around 5h 12m.

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