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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 buses that leave El Monte, CA for San Bernardino, CA on Sat, Aug 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:00 PM1h15El Monte, CA3:15 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers- 4:45 PM0h45El Monte, CA5:30 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 6:35 PM0h45El Monte, CA7:20 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 PM0h55El Monte, CA9:00 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM0h45El Monte, CA5:30 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 6:35 PM0h45El Monte, CA7:20 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 PM0h55El Monte, CA9:00 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM1h15El Monte, CA3:15 PMSan Bernardino, CA$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$13 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA:
A train is $0.59 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA costing on average $13.
Other travel options to San Bernardino, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 21m.
El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator EPLA Limo Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator EPLA Limo Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator EPLA Limo Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator EPLA Limo Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM El Monte, CA | 1h15 | 3:15 PM San Bernardino, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM El Monte, CA | 0h45 | 5:30 PM San Bernardino, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:35 PM El Monte, CA | 0h45 | 7:20 PM San Bernardino, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:05 PM El Monte, CA | 0h55 | 9:00 PM San Bernardino, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA
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Buses from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $12 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 14:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 2:15 PM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: EPLA Limo Express from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CAYou can travel by bus between El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA with EPLA Limo Express for as low as $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Bernardino, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA
Most El Monte, CA to San Bernardino, CA buses use the El Monte, Bus Transportation (Santa Anita Ave.) to station pair. Use this guide to compare El Monte, CA and San Bernardino, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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