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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from El Cajon to San Diego. Traveling by bus from El Cajon to San Diego usually takes around one hour and 31 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 13 mi (21 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $4.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from El Cajon to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from El Cajon to San Diego. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1h 32m | $4.14 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2.333333 bus trips from El Cajon to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $4.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 31 minutes to cover the 13 miles from El Cajon to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 10 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Cajon to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in El Cajon?
Main departure station: 250 S Marshall St
Most buses depart from the main station in El Cajon.
All bus stations in El Cajon:
250 S Marshall St
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Transit Center
All buses from El Cajon arrive at one main station in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
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