What is the cheapest way to get from Upland to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Upland to El Cajon is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upland to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Upland to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Upland and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Upland to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Ontario and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via El Monte and San Ysidro Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Upland and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Upland to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Upland and arriving at El Cajon Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Upland to El Cajon?

The distance between Upland and El Cajon is 177 miles. The road distance is 117.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upland to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Upland to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Upland to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upland to El Cajon bus from?

Upland to El Cajon bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from El Monte station.

Where do I catch the Upland to El Cajon train from?

Upland to El Cajon train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Upland station.

Train or bus from Upland to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Upland to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via El Monte, which costs $95 - $140 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Upland to El Cajon bus arrive?

Upland to El Cajon bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at San Ysidro station.

Where does the Upland to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Upland to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Upland to El Cajon is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Upland to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1117+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Upland to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Upland to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upland to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 42m
$50–111
Drive 116.4 mi
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1. Drive from Upland to El Cajoncar 116.4 mi
2h 2m
$22–31
Bus via El Monte
1. Take the bus from El Monte to San Ysidrobus Lxus 3105
2. Take the bus from San Ysidro Bus Terminal to El Cajon Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0851S
6h 12m
$98–137
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
6h 48m
$23–48

Upland to El Cajon by train, foot, and tram

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Upland to El Cajon Station via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ontario to El Cajon Transit Center via El Monte, El Monte, San Ysidro, and San Ysidro Bus Terminal in around 6h 12m.

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