How to get from El Monte to South Gate by bus?

From El Monte to South Gate by bus

To get from El Monte to South Gate in Los Angeles, take the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from El Monte Station station to USC Medical Ctr Busway station. Next, take the 251 bus from Marengo / Brittania station to Seville / Santa Ana station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to South Gate on the Moovit app.

70min$1.75
Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
Bus - 251251
Walk to South Gate
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte
  • 2
    Bus - EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    Wait for bus
    EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO
    910 - Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown La
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    USC Medical Ctr Busway
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Marengo / Brittania
    ID 2156
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Huntington Park - Palm - Seville
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Seville / Santa Ana
    ID 14558
    43 min
  • 7
    Walk to South Gate
    Walk to
    South Gate
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte to South Gate

The distance between El Monte, Los Angeles and South Gate, Los Angeles is approximately 17.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte to South Gate 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 to South Gate

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

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO, Bus line 251.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

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

    The EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus line goes from USC Medical Ctr Busway station near El Monte to Marengo / Brittania station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Marengo / Brittania station near South Gate in Los Angeles.

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

    The total travel time between El Monte and South Gate in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 10 min.

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

    Get on the EL MONTE - HARBOR GATEWAY/SAN PEDRO bus from the USC Medical Ctr Busway stop near El Monte in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Marengo / Brittania stop, which is closest to South Gate in Los Angeles.

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

    The ride from El Monte to South Gate costs $1.75.

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