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

From El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus

Take one direct bus from El Monte Station to Pasadena in Los Angeles: take the 268 bus from El Monte Station station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

49min$1.75
Bus - 268268
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 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 Station to Pasadena by bus via 267 and 187

To get from El Monte Station to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 267 bus from El Monte Station station to Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W station. Next, take the 187 bus from Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W station to Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

44min$1.75
Bus - 267267
Bus - 187187
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 267267
    Wait for bus
    267
    Altadena via Del Mar Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    West: Pasadena
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    ID 1304
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte Station to Pasadena

The distance between El Monte Station, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 11.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from El Monte Station to Pasadena

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus via 267 and 187

To get from El Monte Station to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 267 bus from El Monte Station station to Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W station. Next, take the 187 bus from Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W station to Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

44min$1.75
Bus - 267267
Bus - 187187
Walk to Pasadena
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 267267
    Wait for bus
    267
    Altadena via Del Mar Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemead Blvd and California Blvd W
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 187187
    Wait for bus
    187
    West: Pasadena
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    ID 1304
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Pasadena
    Walk to
    Pasadena
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 268.

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

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 267, Bus line 187.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from El Monte Station in El Monte to Pasadena in Los Angeles in 49 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between El Monte Station in El Monte and Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus is about 49 min.

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

    Get on the 268 bus from the El Monte Station stop near El Monte Station in El Monte.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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