What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles station to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Los Angeles 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 3h 30m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

The distance between Los Angeles and El Cajon is 140 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $40 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to El Cajon bus from?

Los Angeles to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to El Cajon train from?

Los Angeles to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $55 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Los Angeles to El Cajon bus arrive?

Los Angeles to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Los Angeles to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Los Angeles to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to El Cajon is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Los Angeles to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1045+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Los Angeles to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 30m
$42–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
4h 13m
$21–51
Drive 126.3 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to El Cajoncar 126.3 mi
2h 14m
$23–34
Fly, tram
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
4h 3m
$162–833

Los Angeles to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

91Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 25m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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