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

The cheapest way to get from Taft to El Monte is to bus and line 70 bus which costs $21 - $40 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taft to El Monte is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Taft and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Taft to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Taft Transit Center and arriving at El Monte Station - Lower Level via Bakersfield Train Station and Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Taft to El Monte?

The distance between Taft and El Monte is 159 miles. The road distance is 134.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taft to El Monte without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 56m and costs $100 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Taft to El Monte, including transfers.

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

Taft to El Monte bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Taft Transit Center station.

Where does the Taft to El Monte bus arrive?

Taft to El Monte bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Taft to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Taft to El Monte is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Taft to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1029+ hotels available in El Monte.

Taft to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and line 70 bus

How to get fromTaft to El Monte

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Taft to El Monte by taxi, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Taft to TA Travel Center - Bakersfieldtaxi
2. Take the bus from TA Travel Center - Bakersfield to Thuan Phat Supermarket - El Montebus San Jose
2h 56m
$109–127
Bus, line 70 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taft Transit Center to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 120
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 70
5h 29m
$21–40
Drive 133.6 mi
1. Drive from Taft to El Montecar 133.6 mi
2h 26m
$25–36
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Taft Transit Center to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 120
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramonabus 76
6h
$44–65

Taft to El Monte by bus

23Weekly Buses

5h 29mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Taft to El Monte.

Launch map view

Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Taft Transit Center to El Monte Station - Lower Level via Bakersfield Amtrak, Bakersfield Train Station, Los Angeles Union Station, and Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion in around 5h 29m.

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.