The cheapest and fastest buses from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from El Monte, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, CA will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
It's difficult to get from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:21 AM El Monte, CA | 1h58 | 7:19 AM Montclair, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:30 AM El Monte, CA | 1h27 | 6:57 AM Montclair, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:33 AM El Monte, CA | 1h37 | 7:10 AM Montclair, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:00 AM El Monte, CA | 1h31 | 7:31 AM Montclair, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:06 AM El Monte, CA | 1h53 | 7:59 AM Montclair, CA | 2 transfers |
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Why should you book El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Foothill Transit?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Foothill Transit, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Foothill Transit with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Official reseller: Foothill Transit tickets can only be bought on Omio or Foothill Transit's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Foothill Transit tickets. Wanderu do not sell Foothill Transit tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA
Buses from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 21:05 |
Bus providers: Foothill Transit, Greyhound from El Monte, CA to Montclair, CAYou can travel by bus between El Monte, CA to Montclair, CA with Foothill Transit, Greyhound for as low as $9 (€7). 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 Montclair, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from El Monte, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
