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

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee. However, there are services departing from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Santee Town Center Station via Old Town Station and El Cajon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

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

The distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Santee is 138 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $60 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee, including transfers.

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

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee bus services, operated by reLAXsan, depart from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $130 and takes 5h 27m.

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

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee bus services, operated by reLAXsan, arrive at San Diego station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee.

Where can I stay near Santee?

There are 1108+ hotels available in Santee.

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

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee 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 48m
$170–562
Drive 127.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santeecar 127.6 mi
2h 15m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
3h 44m
$63–134
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 27m
$47–128
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Los Angeles-LAX to Santeerideshare 127.6 mi
2h 15m
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 47m
$112–620
Bus via Los Angeles Union Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h 14m
$32–83

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Santee by bus and tram

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.9 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

reLAXsan operates a bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diego 5 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. LAX LINQ also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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