How to get from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte by bus and train?

University Of California, Irvine to El Monte - Bus Schedule

The 59 bus from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte runs from 4:33 AM to 10:27 PM, with departures every 20-40 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 25 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University Of California, Irvine to El Monte by bus and train

To get from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Campus-University station to East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PACIFIC SURFLINER train and finally take the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to El Monte Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from University Of California, Irvine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to El Monte on the Moovit app.

145min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Leaves from Campus-University

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Campus-University
    ID 3255
    0.71 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Brea Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    Los Angeles
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3300
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    Wait for bus
    EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    910 - El Monte Station - Downtown La
  • 9
    Ride to bus station El Monte Station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte

The distance between University Of California, Irvine, Los Angeles and El Monte, Los Angeles is approximately 56.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 145 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte

To check the bus and train schedule from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University Of California, Irvine) and destination (El Monte), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte?

    The fastest way takes 145 minutes, using Bus line 59, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO.

  • Is there a direct bus between University Of California, Irvine and El Monte?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte?

    The 59 bus line goes from Campus-University station near University Of California, Irvine in Irvine to East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station near El Monte in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte by bus and train?

    The total travel time between University Of California, Irvine in Irvine and El Monte in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 2 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University Of California, Irvine to get to El Monte?

    Get on the 59 bus from the Campus-University stop near University Of California, Irvine in Irvine.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University Of California, Irvine and El Monte?

    Get off the bus at the East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 stop, which is closest to El Monte in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte?

    The ride from University Of California, Irvine to El Monte costs $2.00.

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