What is the cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to El Monte is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Solana Beach to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to El Monte is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach station to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Santa Anita / Ramona via Alameda / Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to El Monte?

The distance between Solana Beach and El Monte is 98 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

How do I travel from Solana Beach to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Solana Beach to El Monte without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Solana Beach to El Monte?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Solana Beach to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to El Monte bus from?

Solana Beach to El Monte bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Solana Beach to El Monte bus arrive?

Solana Beach to El Monte bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Solana Beach to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to El Monte is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Solana Beach to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1128+ hotels available in El Monte.

Solana Beach to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Solana Beach to El Monte by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to El Montebus Lxus 3126
3h 7m
$34–73
Drive 99.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solana Beach to El Montecar 99.8 mi
1h 45m
$19–27
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
4h 6m
$28–42
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
3h 33m
$27–59

Solana Beach to El Monte by train and bus

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3h 7mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Solana Beach, CA, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Santa Anita / Ramona via Los Angeles and Alameda / Los Angeles in around 4h 6m.

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