How to get from El Monte Station to Alhambra by bus?

From El Monte Station to Alhambra by bus

To get from El Monte Station to Alhambra in Los Angeles, take the 492 bus from El Monte Station station to Live Oak / Santa Anita station. Next, take the 78 bus from Las Tunas / Live Oak station to Main / Garfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Alhambra on the Moovit app.

46min
Bus - 492492
Bus - 7878
Walk to Alhambra
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 492492
    Wait for bus
    492
    East: Montclair Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Live Oak / Santa Anita
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Las Tunas / Live Oak
    ID 18021
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Downtown La - Grand - Venice
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main / Garfield
    ID 10091
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Alhambra
    Walk to
    Alhambra
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte Station to Alhambra

The distance between El Monte Station, Los Angeles and Alhambra, Los Angeles is approximately 9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte Station to Alhambra by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from El Monte Station to Alhambra

To check the bus schedule from El Monte Station to Alhambra using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (El Monte Station) and destination (Alhambra), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from El Monte Station to Alhambra?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 492, Bus line 78.

  • Is there a direct bus between El Monte Station and Alhambra?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from El Monte Station to Alhambra?

    The 492 bus line goes from Live Oak / Santa Anita station near El Monte Station in El Monte to Las Tunas / Live Oak station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Las Tunas / Live Oak station near Alhambra in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from El Monte Station to Alhambra by bus?

    The total travel time between El Monte Station in El Monte and Alhambra in Los Angeles by bus is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near El Monte Station to get to Alhambra?

    Get on the 492 bus from the Live Oak / Santa Anita stop near El Monte Station in El Monte.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between El Monte Station and Alhambra?

    Get off the bus at the Las Tunas / Live Oak stop, which is closest to Alhambra in Los Angeles.

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