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 - 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 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 - Lower Level 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 45 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

45min$2.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 267267
Bus - 187187
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 - 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
    31 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 Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    ID 1304
    8 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 11.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 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.

Public transit stations close to El Monte Station

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

Train stations close to El Monte Station:

  • El Monte Metrolink

Bus stations close to El Monte Station:

  • 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 Foothill / Titley.

Bus stations close to Pasadena:

  • Foothill / Titley
  • Foothill / Santa Paula
  • Foothill Blvd and Santa Paula Ave W

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 - Lower Level 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 45 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

45min$2.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 267267
Bus - 187187
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 - 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
    31 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 Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill Blvd and Sierra Madre Villa Ave
    ID 1304
    8 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 51 minutes, using Bus line 268.

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

    The alternative route takes 45 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 51 min.

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

    The 268 bus line goes from El Monte Station - Lower Level station near El Monte Station in El Monte to Sierra Madre Villa Station 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 51 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 - Lower Level 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 Sierra Madre Villa Station 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 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 Station to Pasadena?

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