What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon is to bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 10h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon is to fly and tram which takes 4h 14m and costs $170 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via Los Angeles Downtown and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and El Cajon is 294 miles. The road distance is 313.6 miles.

How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs $110 - $250.

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to El Cajon bus from?

San Luis Obispo to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to El Cajon train from?

San Luis Obispo to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs $110 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to El Cajon bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to El Cajon bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to El Cajon is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon?

Book your San Luis Obispo to El Cajon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

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San Luis Obispo to El Cajon - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from San Luis Obispo to El Cajon by plane, tram, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBP - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 14m
$174–372
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006 / ...
10h 35m
$52–89
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 28m
$112–242
Drive 311.8 mi
1. Drive from San Luis Obispo to El Cajoncar 311.8 mi
5h 39m
$57–83
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
6h 7m
$200–291
Bus via Santa Maria Airport (SMX)
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
3. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus
10h 58m
$146–230

San Luis Obispo to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

9h 28mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 3 times a day. Tickets cost $110–230 and the journey takes 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to El Cajon Transit Center via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop in around 10h 35m.

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