What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

The distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and El Cajon is 134 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon without a car is to bus and tram which takes 3h 23m and costs $60 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon bus from?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon train from?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $70 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon bus arrive?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon train arrive?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 975+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Can I share a ride from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and El Cajon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon - 7 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon by plane, tram, bus, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to San Diego International Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
2h 28m
$168–547
Drive 130.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajoncar 130.8 mi
2h 17m
$24–35
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram Green
3h 23m
$61–119
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 6m
$45–108
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Los Angeles-LAX to El Cajonrideshare 130.8 mi
2h 17m
Fly to Imperial County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Imperial County Airport (IPL)plane LAX - IPL
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus
4h 26m
$110–605
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
5h 53m
$29–68

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to El Cajon by bus and tram

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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