What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Simi Valley and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Simi Valley to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Simi Valley Amtrak and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to El Cajon?

The distance between Simi Valley and El Cajon is 186 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to El Cajon train from?

Simi Valley to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Simi Valley Amtrak station.

Where does the Simi Valley to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Simi Valley to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to El Cajon is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Simi Valley to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1255+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Simi Valley to El Cajon - 3 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Simi Valley to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, tram, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 41m
$52–126
Line 10 bus, bus, subway, tram
cheapest
1. Take the bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Metrolink Chatsworthbus 10
2. Take the bus from Chatsworth Station to North Hollywood Stationbus
3. Take the subway from North Hollywood Station to Union Station - Metro B & D Linessubway
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus
5. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram
7h 59m
$26–60
Drive 167.7 mi
1. Drive from Simi Valley to El Cajoncar 167.7 mi
2h 56m
$31–45

Simi Valley to El Cajon by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

6h 41mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 4h 11m.

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