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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to El Cajon is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to El Cajon is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to El Cajon. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at El Cajon Transit Center via LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Ventura to El Cajon?

The distance between Ventura and El Cajon is 217 miles. The road distance is 194.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $65 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Ventura to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Ventura to El Cajon bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

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

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

Train or bus from Ventura to El Cajon?

The best way to get from Ventura to El Cajon is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $65 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Ventura to El Cajon bus arrive?

Ventura to El Cajon bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to El Cajon is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Ventura to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1267+ hotels available in El Cajon.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ventura to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 58m
$67–147
Drive 193.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to El Cajoncar 193.7 mi
3h 24m
$36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
6h 55m
$118–188
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to SB Airport NBbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
4h 18m
$166–244
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
5h 28m
$225–743

Ventura to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center every 4 hours. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to El Cajon Transit Center via Los Angeles Airport, CA, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, and San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop in around 6h 55m.

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