How to get from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights by bus?

From El Monte Station to Rowland Heights by bus

Take one direct bus from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles: take the 178 bus from El Monte Station station to Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rowland Heights on the Moovit app.

78min
Bus - 178178
Walk to Rowland Heights
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 178178
    Wait for bus
    178
    East: Puente Hills Mall via Baldwin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W
    78 min
  • 4
    Walk to Rowland Heights
    Walk to
    Rowland Heights
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights by bus via 282 and 482

To get from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles, take the 282 bus from El Monte Station station to Puente Hills Mall N station. Next, take the 482 bus from Puente Hills Mall N station to Colima Rd and Desire Ave W station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rowland Heights on the Moovit app.

63min
Bus - 282282
Bus - 482482
Walk to Rowland Heights
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 282282
    Wait for bus
    282
    East: Puente Hills Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Puente Hills Mall N
    47 min
  • 4
    Bus - 482482
    Wait for bus
    482
    East: Pomona via Golden Springs Eb: Pomona via Gol
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colima Rd and Desire Ave W
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rowland Heights
    Walk to
    Rowland Heights
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights

The distance between El Monte Station, Los Angeles and Rowland Heights, Los Angeles is approximately 17.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights 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 Rowland Heights

To check the bus schedule from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (El Monte Station) and destination (Rowland Heights), 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 Rowland Heights by bus via 282 and 482

To get from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles, take the 282 bus from El Monte Station station to Puente Hills Mall N station. Next, take the 482 bus from Puente Hills Mall N station to Colima Rd and Desire Ave W station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rowland Heights on the Moovit app.

63min
Bus - 282282
Bus - 482482
Walk to Rowland Heights
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte Station
  • 2
    Bus - 282282
    Wait for bus
    282
    East: Puente Hills Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Puente Hills Mall N
    47 min
  • 4
    Bus - 482482
    Wait for bus
    482
    East: Pomona via Golden Springs Eb: Pomona via Gol
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colima Rd and Desire Ave W
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rowland Heights
    Walk to
    Rowland Heights
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 178.

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

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Bus line 282, Bus line 482.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from El Monte Station in El Monte to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles in 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights?

    The 178 bus line goes from East: Puente Hills Mall via Baldwin station near El Monte Station in El Monte to Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W station near Rowland Heights in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between El Monte Station in El Monte and Rowland Heights in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the 178 bus from the East: Puente Hills Mall via Baldwin stop near El Monte Station in El Monte.

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

    Get off the bus at the Colima Rd and Greencastle Ave W stop, which is closest to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles.

  • When is the last bus from El Monte Station to Rowland Heights?

    The last bus from El Monte Station in El Monte to Rowland Heights in Los Angeles is the Pomona - Industry - La Puente - El Monte line. It leaves the El Monte Station stop at 6:25 PM.

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