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

The cheapest way to get from Whittier to El Cajon is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whittier to El Cajon is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Whittier and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Whittier station to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Whittier to El Cajon?

The distance between Whittier and El Cajon is 128 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whittier to El Cajon without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 18m and costs $95 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Whittier to El Cajon, including transfers.

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

Whittier to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Whittier to El Cajon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whittier to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Whittier to El Cajon is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Whittier to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1273+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Whittier to El Cajon - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Whittier to El Cajon by train, tram, car, bus, or plane

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to El Cajon Stationtram Green
3h 18m
$100–156
Drive 115.7 mi
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1. Drive from Whittier to El Cajoncar 115.7 mi
2h 5m
$22–31
Line 7 bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Street to C Line Stationbus
2. Take the tram from Norwalk Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centertram
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
4. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
5h 2m

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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Distance: 126.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Whittier to El Cajon. However, you can take the taxi to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, then take the vehicle to El Cajon Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Whittier to El Cajon in around 2h 5m.

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