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

From Union Station to El Monte by bus

Take one direct bus from Union Station to El Monte in Los Angeles: take the METRO J bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station to El Monte Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to El Monte on the Moovit app.

19min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - METRO J
Leaves from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3300
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    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 Union Station to El Monte

The distance between Union Station, Los Angeles and El Monte, Los Angeles is approximately 11.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station to El Monte by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Union Station to El Monte

To check the bus schedule from Union Station to El Monte using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station) and destination (El Monte), 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 Union Station to El Monte?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Bus line METRO J.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Union Station in Downtown to El Monte in Los Angeles in 19 min.

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

    The METRO J bus line goes from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station near Union Station in Downtown to El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line station near El Monte in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between Union Station in Downtown and El Monte in Los Angeles by bus is about 19 min.

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

    Get on the METRO J bus from the Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza stop near Union Station in Downtown.

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

    Get off the bus at the El Monte Station - Downtown LA / J Line stop, which is closest to El Monte in Los Angeles.

  • When is the last train from Union Station to El Monte?

    The last train from Union Station in Downtown to El Monte in Los Angeles is the San Bernardino Line line. It leaves the Union Station station at 2:38 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Union Station to El Monte?

    The first bus from Union Station in Downtown to El Monte in Los Angeles is El Monte - Harbor Gateway/San Pedro. It leaves the Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza stop at 1:09 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Station to El Monte?

    The ride from Union Station to El Monte costs $1.75.

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