What is the cheapest way to get from Sylmar to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to El Monte is to bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sylmar to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to El Monte is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Hubbard / Glenoaks and arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level via Olive / 5th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Sylmar and El Monte?

No, there is no direct train from Sylmar to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at El Monte via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Sylmar to El Monte?

The distance between Sylmar and El Monte is 34 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sylmar to El Monte without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Sylmar to El Monte?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Sylmar to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to El Monte bus from?

Sylmar to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Hubbard / Glenoaks station.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to El Monte train from?

Sylmar to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Train or bus from Sylmar to El Monte?

The best way to get from Sylmar to El Monte is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Sylmar to El Monte bus arrive?

Sylmar to El Monte bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Spring / 7th station.

Where does the Sylmar to El Monte train arrive?

Sylmar to El Monte train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to El Monte is 37 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Sylmar to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1029+ hotels available in El Monte.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sylmar to El Monte by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Montetrain SB Line
1h 59m
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to Spring / 7thbus 92
2h 41m
$3–4
Drive 37 mi
1. Drive from Sylmar to El Montecar 37 mi
45 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sylmar to El Montetaxi 37 mi
45 min
$120–150
Bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to Spring / 7thbus 92
2. Take the bus from Olive / 5th to Santa Anita / Mildredbus 70
3h 32m
$3–4

Sylmar to El Monte by train

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Distance: 33.8 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Sylmar / San Fernando to El Monte via L.A. Union Station in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, Metro Los Angeles operates a bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to Spring / 7th every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 2h.

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