How to get from El Monte to Pasadena by bus?

From El Monte to Pasadena by bus

Take one direct bus from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles: take the 268 bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

51min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 268268
Leaves from El Monte Station - Lower Level

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    El Monte Station - Lower Level
    ID 30020
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 268268
    Wait for bus
    268
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from El Monte to Pasadena by bus via 76 and 266

To get from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 76 bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level station to Valley / Rosemead station. Next, take the 266 bus from Rosemead / Valley station to Sierra Madre Villa Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

51min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7676
Bus - 266266
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from El Monte Station - Lower Level

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    El Monte Station - Lower Level
    ID 30020
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Downtown La-Grand/Venice-Little Tokyo
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley / Rosemead
    ID 6728
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Valley
    ID 13076
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte to Pasadena

The distance between El Monte, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 11.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte to Pasadena by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to El Monte

El Monte is located at El Monte, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is El Monte Bus Stop.

Train stations close to El Monte:

  • El Monte Metrolink

Bus stations close to El Monte:

  • El Monte Bus Stop
  • El Monte Station - Lower Level
  • El Monte Station - Upper Level Bay 25

Public transit stations close to Pasadena, Los Angeles

Pasadena is located at Pasadena, Los Angeles and the nearest public transit station is Sierra Madre Villa / Foothill.

Bus stations close to Pasadena:

  • Sierra Madre Villa / Foothill
  • Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
  • Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave

Related Routes

Alternative route from El Monte to Pasadena by bus via 76 and 266

To get from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 76 bus from El Monte Station - Lower Level station to Valley / Rosemead station. Next, take the 266 bus from Rosemead / Valley station to Sierra Madre Villa Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $1.75.

51min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7676
Bus - 266266
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from El Monte Station - Lower Level

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    El Monte Station - Lower Level
    ID 30020
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7676
    Wait for bus
    76
    Downtown La-Grand/Venice-Little Tokyo
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Valley / Rosemead
    ID 6728
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead / Valley
    ID 13076
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Pasadena?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 268.

  • What is the alternative route to get from El Monte to Pasadena?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 76, Bus line 266.

  • Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles in 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    The 268 bus line goes from El Monte Station - Lower Level station near El Monte to Sierra Madre Villa Station station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus?

    The total travel time between El Monte and Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near El Monte to get to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    Get on the 268 bus from the El Monte Station - Lower Level stop near El Monte in Los Angeles.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between El Monte and Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    Get off the bus at the Sierra Madre Villa Station stop, which is closest to Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • When is the first bus from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles?

    The first bus from El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles is Sierra Madre Villa Station - El Monte Station. It leaves the El Monte Station - Lower Level stop at 1:10 AM.

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

    The ride from El Monte to Pasadena costs $1.75.

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