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

The cheapest way to get from Tustin to El Monte is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tustin to El Monte is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Tustin and El Monte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Ana and arriving at El Monte. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Tustin and El Monte?

No, there is no direct train from Tustin to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at El Monte via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Tustin to El Monte?

The distance between Tustin and El Monte is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tustin to El Monte without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $17 - $35.

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

The bus from Santa Ana to El Monte takes 45 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

Tustin to El Monte bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

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

Tustin to El Monte train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Tustin to El Monte?

The best way to get from Tustin to El Monte is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $17 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $30 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Tustin to El Monte bus arrive?

Tustin to El Monte bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at El Monte station.

Where does the Tustin to El Monte train arrive?

Tustin to El Monte train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Tustin to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Tustin to El Monte is 34 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Tustin to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1126+ hotels available in El Monte.

Tustin to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to El Montebus Lxus 3126
45 min
$17–35
Drive 33.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tustin to El Montecar 33.7 mi
35 min
$7–9
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to El Montetrain SB Line
2h 19m
$15–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tustin to El Montetaxi 33.7 mi
35 min
$120–150

Tustin to El Monte by bus

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Distance: 30.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Santa Ana to El Monte twice daily. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 45 min. CBX Cross Border Express also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Ana to El Monte via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 2h 19m.

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