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

From El Monte to Union Station by bus

Take one direct bus from El Monte to Union Station in Downtown: take the METRO J bus from El Monte Station station to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus schedule from El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

20min$1.75
Bus - METRO J
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte
  • 2
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from El Monte to Union Station by bus via 707

Take one direct bus from El Monte to Union Station in Downtown: take the 707 bus from El Monte Station station to Ramirez Street 598 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The bus schedule from El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

24min
Bus - 707707
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte
  • 2
    Bus - 707707
    Wait for bus
    707
    West: Silver Streak Dtla via Cal Poly P
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ramirez Street 598
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte to Union Station

The distance between El Monte, Downtown and Union Station, Downtown is approximately 11.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte to Union Station by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downtown – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from El Monte to Union Station

To check the bus schedule from El Monte to Union Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (El Monte) and destination (Union Station), 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 to Union Station by bus via 707

Take one direct bus from El Monte to Union Station in Downtown: take the 707 bus from El Monte Station station to Ramirez Street 598 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The bus schedule from El Monte may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

24min
Bus - 707707
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from El Monte Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    El Monte
  • 2
    Bus - 707707
    Wait for bus
    707
    West: Silver Streak Dtla via Cal Poly P
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ramirez Street 598
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Bus line METRO J.

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

    The alternative route takes 24 minutes, using Bus line 707.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from El Monte in Los Angeles to Union Station in Downtown in 20 min.

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

    The METRO J bus line goes from Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line station near El Monte in Los Angeles to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza station near Union Station in Downtown.

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

    The total travel time between El Monte in Los Angeles and Union Station in Downtown by bus is about 20 min.

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

    Get on the METRO J bus from the Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line stop near El Monte in Los Angeles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza stop, which is closest to Union Station in Downtown.

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

    The first bus from El Monte in Los Angeles to Union Station in Downtown is El Monte - Harbor Gateway/San Pedro. It leaves the El Monte Station stop at 1:01 AM.

  • When is the first train from El Monte to Union Station?

    The first train from El Monte in Los Angeles to Union Station in Downtown is San Bernardino Line. It leaves the El Monte Metrolink station at 10:04 PM.

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

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

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