Long Beach, CA, USA to El Monte, CA, USA from $3: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Long Beach to El Monte: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$3 TramBest price

47 kmDistance

32m Fastest

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Long Beach - El Monte operators

Explore transport companies operating between Long Beach and El Monte, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Bus

Contact phone

+1 214-849-8100

Website

https://www.greyhound.com/

Bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station

Average Duration

40m

Estimated price

29-31

Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to El Monte Station - Upper Level

Average Duration

20m

Estimated price

32-317

Train

Contact phone

+1-323-466-3876

Website

https://metro.net/

Train from Downtown Long Beach Station to Union Station - Metro A-Line

Average Duration

1h 8m

Estimated price

31-32

Train from L. A. Union Station to El Monte station

Average Duration

24m

Estimated price

5-8

Taxi

Contact phone

+1 714-905-5453

Taxi from Long Beach to El Monte

Average Duration

32m

Estimated price

150-190

Drive

Drive from Long Beach to El Monte

Average Duration

32m

Estimated price

5-8

Long Beach to El Monte: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Long Beach and El Monte offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic journey from Long Beach to El Monte, covering a distance of 29 miles in just around 32 minutes by car. Enjoy the smooth drive through Southern California's vibrant cities. 💵 The cost of traveling from Long Beach to El Monte by car typically ranges from $5 to $8, offering an affordable and convenient transportation option for your trip. Consider carpooling with friends to share the expenses.

Average price

$5 - $8

🚆 The trip from Long Beach to El Monte by train involves a transfer at L.A. Union Station station. Despite the transfer, the journey is relatively efficient, taking approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes in total.

Departure Point

Downtown Long Beach Station

Arrival Point

El Monte station

🚌 When traveling from Long Beach to El Monte by bus, there is no direct route available. Passengers will need to transfer at Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza on this approximately 59-minute journey. 🚌 Greyhound USA operates the bus service departing from Long Beach Bus Station, while Metro Los Angeles operates the service arriving at El Monte Station - Upper Level. The prices for a bus ticket between El Monte and Long Beach can vary from $3 to $58.

Departure Point

Long Beach Bus Station

Arrival Point

El Monte Station - Upper Level

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Long Beach and El Monte is approximately 37 km by road. By tram and train, it takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes to travel from Long Beach to El Monte. The exact travel time by car or bus from Long Beach to El Monte was not provided, so it is recommended to check with local transportation services or use GPS to get an estimate of the travel time.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Long Beach to El Monte would be to drive. It takes approximately 32 minutes and costs between $5 and $8. Another quick option would be taking a taxi, which also takes 32 minutes but is more expensive, costing around $150 to $190.

When traveling from Long Beach to El Monte the prices for a bus ticket range from $6 to $58.

The distance between Long Beach and El Monte is approximately 47 km. It usually takes around 32 minutes to drive from Long Beach to El Monte, depending on the traffic conditions. The cost of driving from Long Beach to El Monte can vary between $5 and $8, depending on factors such as fuel prices and toll roads.

The best way to travel from Long Beach to El Monte without a car is by taking a bus, which takes approximately 59 minutes. The cost of the bus ticket ranges from $6 to $60.

There is no direct train or bus link between Long Beach and El Monte. However, there are options available with transfers. The journey by tram and train takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. The road distance between the two cities is 47 km, but no specific travel time by car is provided. The bus journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 minutes.

There are several options for accommodation near El Monte. There are over 629 hotels available in the area, ranging in price from $56 and up. Some popular hotel options in El Monte include the Quality Inn & Suites, Motel 6 El Monte, and Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-El Monte/Los Angeles.

Yes, you can travel from Long Beach to El Monte by bicycle.