What is the cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Van Nuys and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Van Nuys to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys / Oxnard and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Van Nuys and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Van Nuys to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

The distance between Van Nuys and El Cajon is 159 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to El Cajon bus from?

Van Nuys to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to El Cajon train from?

Van Nuys to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Train or bus from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $60 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Van Nuys to El Cajon bus arrive?

Van Nuys to El Cajon bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Van Nuys to El Cajon train arrive?

Van Nuys to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Van Nuys to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Nuys to El Cajon is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Van Nuys to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1264+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Van Nuys to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Van Nuys to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 27m
$49–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
6h 11m
$24–59
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Van Nuys to El Cajoncar 142.6 mi
2h 33m
$26–38
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
2. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 18m
$162–833

Van Nuys to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Van Nuys to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 25m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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