What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and El Cajon Transit Center?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 1st Av and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via College Av & SDSU Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between San Diego and El Cajon Transit Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fifth Avenue Station station and arriving at El Cajon Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center?

The distance between San Diego and El Cajon Transit Center is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center without a car is to tram which takes 48 min and costs $2 - $15.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center?

The tram from Fifth Avenue Station to El Cajon Station takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center bus from?

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Broadway & 1st Av station.

Where do I catch the San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center train from?

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Fifth Avenue Station.

Where does the San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center bus arrive?

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at SDSU Transit Center station.

Where does the San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center train arrive?

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at El Cajon Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center is 14 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center.

Where can I stay near El Cajon Transit Center?

There are 1006+ hotels available in El Cajon Transit Center.

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the tram from Fifth Avenue Station to El Cajon Stationtram Orange
48 min
$2–15
Line 215 bus, line 115 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to SDSU Transit Centerbus 215 / ...
2. Take the bus from College Av & SDSU Transit Center to El Cajon Transit Centerbus 115
2h 3m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Centertaxi 14.1 mi
15 min
$65–80
Drive 14.1 mi
1. Drive from San Diego to El Cajon Transit Centercar 14.1 mi
15 min
$3–4

San Diego to El Cajon Transit Center by tram

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Distance: 16.3 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and El Cajon Transit Center, CA, USA?

San Diego Metro Transit operates a vehicle from Fifth Avenue Station to El Cajon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway & 1st Av to El Cajon Transit Center via SDSU Transit Center and College Av & SDSU Transit Center in around 2h 3m.

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