What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Beach and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Beach to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Grand Av & Ingraham St and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Pacific Beach to El Cajon?

The distance between Pacific Beach and El Cajon is 21 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon without a car is to line 30 bus and tram which takes 1h 1m and costs $4 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Beach to El Cajon bus from?

Pacific Beach to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Grand Av & Ingraham St station.

Where does the Pacific Beach to El Cajon bus arrive?

Pacific Beach to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Old Town Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Pacific Beach to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Beach to El Cajon is 20 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Pacific Beach to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1152+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Pacific Beach to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via line 30 bus, tram, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pacific Beach to El Cajon by bus, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Line 30 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Av & Lamont St to Old Town Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram Green
1h 1m
$4–20
Line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Old Town Transit Centerbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
1h 34m
$18–27
Drive 19.6 mi
1. Drive from Pacific Beach to El Cajoncar 19.6 mi
22 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pacific Beach to El Cajontaxi 19.6 mi
22 min
$90–110

Pacific Beach to El Cajon by bus and tram

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1h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to El Cajon Transit Center via Old Town Transit Center and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop in around 1h 34m.

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