What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Cucamonga and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Foothill @ Archibald and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Fontana Metrolink Transit Center, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rancho Cucamonga and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Rancho Cucamonga and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

The distance between Rancho Cucamonga and El Cajon is 182 miles. The road distance is 115.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon bus from?

Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon train from?

Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Rancho Cucamonga station.

Train or bus from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $40 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon bus arrive?

Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1267+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 50m
$51–112
Drive 114.5 mi
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1. Drive from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajoncar 114.5 mi
2h 1m
$21–31
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
7h 6m
$24–39
Bus via Santa Ana
1. Take the bus from Ontario Convention Center to Santa Anabus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to San Diegobus Los Angeles
9h 50m
$43–75

Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon by train, foot, and tram

91Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Rancho Cucamonga to El Cajon Station via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diego twice daily. Tickets cost $18–30 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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