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

The cheapest way to get from Pomona to El Cajon is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pomona to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pomona and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pomona to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Mission Blvd and Park Ave W and arriving at San Diego via Ring-Brea Mall and Santa Ana Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Pomona and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Pomona station to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Pomona North Station and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Pomona to El Cajon?

The distance between Pomona and El Cajon is 174 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pomona to El Cajon without a car is to tram and train which takes 5h 31m and costs $65 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Pomona to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Pomona to El Cajon bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Ring-Brea Mall station.

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

Pomona to El Cajon train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Pomona North Station.

Where does the Pomona to El Cajon bus arrive?

Pomona to El Cajon bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Pomona to El Cajon train arrive?

Pomona to El Cajon train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from Pomona to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pomona to El Cajon is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Pomona to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1270+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Pomona to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 59 bus, bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Pomona North Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 31m
$69–127
Line 59 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017
5h 56m
$20–44
Drive 116.7 mi
1. Drive from Pomona to El Cajoncar 116.7 mi
2h 4m
$22–31
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
5h 47m
$51–98
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Montclair Transcenter to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0901
6h 3m
$31–50

Pomona to El Cajon by tram and train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Mission Blvd and Park Ave W to El Cajon Station via Brea Mall, Ring-Brea Mall, Santa Ana Bus Stop, San Diego, and Seaport Village Station in around 5h 56m.

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