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

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Santa Fe and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Escondido Transit Center, 11th Av & Broadway and College Av & SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon?

The distance between Rancho Santa Fe and El Cajon is 47 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon without a car is to line 308 bus and train and tram which takes 2h 10m and costs $11 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Escondido Transit Center station.

Where does the Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon bus arrive?

Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Broadway & Park Bl station.

Can I drive from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon is 31 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1264+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 308 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 308 bus, train, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Paseo Delicias & La Fremontia to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 308
2. Take the train from Solana Beach Station to San Diego - Old Towntrain
3. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram
2h 10m
$12–35
Drive 30.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajoncar 30.9 mi
38 min
$6–9
Bus, line 215 bus, line 115 bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 235
2. Take the bus from 11th Av & Broadway to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215
3. Take the bus from College Av & SDSU Transit Center to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 115
3h 55m
$8–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajontaxi 30.9 mi
38 min
$140–170

Rancho Santa Fe to El Cajon by bus, train, and tram

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle to El Cajon Transit Center via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13, Escondido Transit Center, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & Broadway, SDSU Transit Center, and College Av & SDSU Transit Center in around 3h 55m.

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