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

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to South El Monte is to line 70 bus which costs $1 - $2 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to South El Monte is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and South El Monte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Spring / 1st - City Hall and arriving at Garvey / Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to South El Monte?

The distance between Los Angeles and South El Monte is 15 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Angeles to South El Monte without a car is to bus which takes 28 min and costs $2 - $7.

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

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Los Angeles to South El Monte, including transfers.

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

Los Angeles to South El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Aliso / Los Angeles station.

Where does the Los Angeles to South El Monte bus arrive?

Los Angeles to South El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at El Monte Station - Upper Level.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to South El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to South El Monte is 13 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Los Angeles to South El Monte.

Where can I stay near South El Monte?

There are 1358+ hotels available in South El Monte.

Los Angeles to South El Monte - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to South El Monte by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aliso / Los Angeles to El Monte Station - Upper Levelbus Metro J Line
28 min
$3–6
Line 70 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Spring / 1st - City Hall to Garvey / Centralbus 70
1h 10m
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Angeles to South El Montetaxi 12.9 mi
15 min
$45–55
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to South El Montecar 12.9 mi
15 min
$3–4

Los Angeles to South El Monte by bus

787Weekly Buses

28 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Aliso / Los Angeles to El Monte Station - Upper Level every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 18 min. Foothill Transit also services this route every 30 minutes.

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