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Journey Information
There are 30 intercity buses per day from El Monte to San Diego. Traveling by bus from El Monte to San Diego usually takes around 5 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 3 hours,
| Distance | 106 mi (171 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $18.47 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from El Monte to San Diego?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from El Monte to San Diego that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 23 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 23 | 5h 30m | $27.19 |
| Los Limousines | 10 | 7h 56m | $41.97 |
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 23 bus trips from El Monte to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $18.
Book Los Limousines from El Monte to San Diego from $37. There are 10 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from El Monte to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Diego. In El Monte, Los Limousines departs to San Diego from El Monte Bus Station . In San Diego, Los Limousines arrives at Cross Border Xpress CBX and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from El Monte to San Diego takes 7 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Diego in 3 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 106 miles from El Monte to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Monte 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 Monte?
Main departure station: Bus Station
El Monte has two bus stations with service to San Diego.
All bus stations in El Monte:
Bus Station
El Monte Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Bus Terminal
Buses arrive in San Diego at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Ysidro Transit Center
Cross Border Xpress CBX
La Jolla - UC San Diego
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
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