How to get from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte by bus and train?

Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte - Bus Schedule

The 59 bus from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte runs from 4:39 AM to 10:33 PM, with departures every 20-35 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte by bus and train

To get from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Von Karman-Quartz 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 19 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Ana Airport SNA may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to El Monte on the Moovit app.

139min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Leaves from Von Karman-Quartz

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Von Karman-Quartz
    ID 3617
    0.77 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Brea Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000
    34 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 Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte

The distance between Santa Ana Airport SNA, Los Angeles and El Monte, Los Angeles is approximately 54.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Ana Airport SNA 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 Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Ana Airport SNA) 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 Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Bus line 59, Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Ana Airport SNA and El Monte in Los Angeles?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte in Los Angeles?

    The 59 bus line goes from Von Karman-Quartz station near Santa Ana Airport SNA 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 Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte in Los Angeles by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Santa Ana Airport SNA and El Monte in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Ana Airport SNA to get to El Monte in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 59 bus from the Von Karman-Quartz stop near Santa Ana Airport SNA in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Ana Airport SNA and El Monte in Los Angeles?

    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 Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte?

    The ride from Santa Ana Airport SNA to El Monte costs $2.00.

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