How to get from Alpine to El Cajon by bus?

From Alpine to El Cajon by bus

To get from Alpine to El Cajon in San Diego, take the 838 bus from Willows Rd & 4058 (Health Center) station to Camino Canada & Walmart station. Next, take the 864 bus from Camino Canada & Walmart station to El Cajon Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $0.00.

79min$0.00
Bus - 838
838
Bus - 864
864
Walk to El Cajon
Leaves from Willows Rd & 4058 (Health Center)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Alpine
  • 2
    Bus - 838838
    Wait for bus
    838
    East County Sq
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Camino Canada & Walmart
    ID 41158
    35 min
  • 4
    Bus - 864864
    Wait for bus
    864
    El Cajon Transit Ctr
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Cajon Transit Center
    ID 92209
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to El Cajon
    Walk to
    El Cajon
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alpine to El Cajon

The distance between Alpine, San Diego and El Cajon, San Diego is approximately 19.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alpine to El Cajon by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Alpine

Alpine is located at Alpine, San Diego and the nearest public transit station is Willows Rd & 4058 (Health Center).

Bus stations close to Alpine:

  • Willows Rd & 4058 (Health Center)
  • Willows Rd & Hillcrest Dr
  • Willows Rd & Willowside Ter

Public transit stations close to El Cajon, San Diego

El Cajon is located at El Cajon, San Diego and the nearest public transit station is El Cajon Transit Center.

Bus stations close to El Cajon:

  • El Cajon Transit Center
  • W Main St & Richfield Av
  • Washington Av & Grossmont Av

Cable Car stations close to El Cajon:

  • El Cajon Station
  • Arnele Avenue Station
  • Amaya Drive Station

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alpine to El Cajon?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 838, Bus line 864.

  • Is there a direct bus between Alpine and El Cajon in San Diego?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Alpine to El Cajon in San Diego?

    The 838 bus line goes from East County Sq station near Alpine to Camino Canada & Walmart station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Camino Canada & Walmart station near El Cajon in San Diego

  • How long does it take to travel from Alpine to El Cajon in San Diego by bus?

    The total travel time between Alpine and El Cajon in San Diego by bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Alpine to get to El Cajon in San Diego?

    Get on the 838 bus from the East County Sq stop near Alpine in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Alpine and El Cajon in San Diego?

    Get off the bus at the Camino Canada & Walmart stop, which is closest to El Cajon in San Diego.

  • How much is the bus fare from Alpine to El Cajon?

    The ride from Alpine to El Cajon costs $0.00.