How to get from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon by cable car?

Downtown San Diego to El Cajon - Cable Car Schedule

The ORANGE cable car from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon runs from 5:01 AM to 11:46 PM, with departures every 15-30 min. The trip takes about 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Downtown San Diego to El Cajon by cable car

Take one direct cable car from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego: take the ORANGE cable car from Civic Center Station station to El Cajon Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The cable car schedule from Downtown San Diego may change. We recommend you check the updated cable car schedule to El Cajon on the Moovit app.

54min$0.00
Walk to cable car station
Cable Car - ORANGEORANGE
Walk to El Cajon
Leaves from Civic Center Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to cable car station
    Walk to cable car station
    Civic Center Station
    ID 75086
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Cable Car - ORANGEORANGE
    Wait for cable car
    ORANGE
    El Cajon
  • 3
    Ride to cable car station
    Ride to cable car station
    El Cajon Station
    ID 75027
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to El Cajon
    Walk to
    El Cajon
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon

The distance between Downtown San Diego, San Diego and El Cajon, San Diego is approximately 16.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon by cable car, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Diego – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Cable Car schedule from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon

To check the cable car schedule from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downtown San Diego) and destination (El Cajon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available cable car routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each cable car, 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 cable car schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Cable Car line ORANGE.

  • Is there a direct cable car between Downtown San Diego and El Cajon in San Diego?

    Yes, there is a direct cable car going from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego in 54 min.

  • Which cable car line goes from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego?

    The ORANGE cable car line goes from Civic Center Station near Downtown San Diego to El Cajon Station near El Cajon in San Diego.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego by cable car?

    The total travel time between Downtown San Diego and El Cajon in San Diego by cable car is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the cable car near Downtown San Diego to get to El Cajon in San Diego?

    Get on the ORANGE cable car from the Civic Center Station near Downtown San Diego in San Diego.

  • Where do I get off the cable car when travelling between Downtown San Diego and El Cajon in San Diego?

    Get off the cable car at the El Cajon Station, which is closest to El Cajon in San Diego.

  • When is the last cable car from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego?

    The last cable car from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon in San Diego is the El Cajon - Courthouse line. It leaves the Civic Center Station at 3:46 PM.

  • How much is the cable car fare from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon?

    The ride from Downtown San Diego to El Cajon costs $0.00.

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