How to get from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station by train?

From El Monte Metrolink to Union Station by train

Take one direct train from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station in Downtown: take the SB LINE train from El Monte Metrolink station to Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $4.25. The train schedule from El Monte Metrolink may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

27min$4.25
Train - SB LINE
SB LINE
Leaves from El Monte Metrolink

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    El Monte Metrolink
  • 2
    Train - SB LINE
    Wait for train
    SB LINE
    #313| L.A. Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station Union Station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From El Monte Metrolink to Union Station by bus

To get from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station in Downtown, take the 488 bus from Ramona / Tyler station to El Monte Station station. Next, 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 37 min. The train schedule from El Monte Metrolink may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

37min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 488488
Bus - METRO J
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from Ramona / Tyler

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ramona / Tyler
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 488488
    Wait for bus
    488
    West: El Monte Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station

The distance between El Monte Metrolink, Downtown and Union Station, Downtown is approximately 12.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downtown – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station

To check the train schedule from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (El Monte Metrolink) and destination (Union Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, 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 train schedules.

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From El Monte Metrolink to Union Station by bus

To get from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station in Downtown, take the 488 bus from Ramona / Tyler station to El Monte Station station. Next, 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 37 min. The train schedule from El Monte Metrolink may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

37min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 488488
Bus - METRO J
Walk to Union Station
Leaves from Ramona / Tyler

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ramona / Tyler
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 488488
    Wait for bus
    488
    West: El Monte Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    4 min
  • 4
    Bus - METRO J
    Wait for bus
    METRO J
    Harbor Gtwy Tc - Downtown LA / J Line
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza
    ID 3301
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Union Station
    Walk to
    Union Station
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Train line SB LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 488, Bus line METRO J.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from El Monte Metrolink in El Monte to Union Station in Downtown in 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station?

    The SB LINE train line goes from #313| L.A. Union Station station near El Monte Metrolink in El Monte to El Monte Metrolink station near Union Station in Downtown.

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

    The total travel time between El Monte Metrolink in El Monte and Union Station in Downtown by train is about 27 min.

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

    Get on the SB LINE train from the #313| L.A. Union Station station near El Monte Metrolink in El Monte.

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

    Get off the train at the El Monte Metrolink station, which is closest to Union Station in Downtown.

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

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

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

    The last bus from El Monte Metrolink in El Monte to Union Station in Downtown is the El Monte - Harbor Gateway/San Pedro line. It leaves the El Monte Station stop at 8:26 PM.

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

    The ride from El Monte Metrolink to Union Station costs $4.25.

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