What is the cheapest way to get from Ontario to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Ontario to El Cajon is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ontario to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Ontario to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Ontario and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ontario to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Mountain @ D Street and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Montclair Transcenter and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ontario and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Ontario to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Montclair and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Ontario to El Cajon?

The distance between Ontario and El Cajon is 171 miles. The road distance is 114.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ontario to El Cajon without a car is to bus which takes 6h 2m and costs $27 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Ontario to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Ontario to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ontario to El Cajon bus from?

Ontario to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Montclair Transcenter station.

Where do I catch the Ontario to El Cajon train from?

Ontario to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Montclair station.

Train or bus from Ontario to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Ontario to El Cajon is to bus which takes 6h 2m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Ontario to El Cajon bus arrive?

Ontario to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Ontario to El Cajon train arrive?

Ontario to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Ontario to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ontario to El Cajon is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Ontario to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1272+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Ontario to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 61 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ontario to El Cajon by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, tram, or train

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Montclair Transcenter to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0901
6h 2m
$27–52
Drive 114 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ontario to El Cajoncar 114 mi
2h
$21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Montclair to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 41m
$42–104
Line 61 bus, line 15 bus, bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Holt @ Palm to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus 61
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 15 / ...
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus
4. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram
6h 59m
$22–45
Line 59 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 4m
$30–80

Ontario to El Cajon by bus (Greyhound)

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6h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Montclair Transcenter to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mountain @ 5th Street to El Cajon Station via Montclair Transit Center, Montclair, L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 6h 41m.

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