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

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to El Cajon is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena 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 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Pasadena to El Cajon?

The distance between Pasadena and El Cajon is 150 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs $35 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Pasadena to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Pasadena to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Pasadena to El Cajon is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs $35 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $60 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Pasadena to El Cajon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pasadena to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pasadena to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to El Cajon is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Pasadena to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1192+ hotels available in El Cajon.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 50m
$39–102
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
5h 43m
$24–57
Drive 131.1 mi
1. Drive from Pasadena to El Cajoncar 131.1 mi
2h 20m
$24–35
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Memorial Park Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 46m
$173–685
Bus via Atlantic / Floral (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006 / ...
7h 34m
$25–43

Pasadena to El Cajon by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

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. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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