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

The cheapest way to get from Scottsdale to El Cajon is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scottsdale to El Cajon is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 18m and costs $210 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Scottsdale and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Scottsdale to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Granite Reef Rd & Chaparral Rd and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via 24th St & Camelback Rd and Phoenix Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Scottsdale to El Cajon?

The distance between Scottsdale and El Cajon is 344 miles. The road distance is 350.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scottsdale to El Cajon without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Scottsdale to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Scottsdale to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Where does the Scottsdale to El Cajon bus arrive?

Scottsdale to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Cajon Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Scottsdale to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Scottsdale to El Cajon is 351 miles. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Scottsdale to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1264+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Scottsdale to El Cajon - 5 ways to travel via plane, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Scottsdale to El Cajon by plane, tram, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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Fly Phoenix to San Diego International Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane PHX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 45m
$108–354
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
9h 20m
$59–114
Drive 348.5 mi
1. Drive from Scottsdale to El Cajoncar 348.5 mi
5h 57m
$64–92
Fly Scottsdale Airport to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Scottsdale Airport (SCF) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane SCF - CLD
2. Take the taxi from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to El Cajontaxi
3h 18m
$217–522
Fly Phoenix to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane PHX - CLD
2. Take the taxi from Carlsbad-Airport-CLD to El Cajontaxi
4h 1m
$219–504

Scottsdale to El Cajon by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 20mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to El Cajon Transit Center once daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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