The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Fresno, CA for El Monte, CA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 337 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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.
8:00 PM8h05Fresno, CA4:05 AMEl Monte, CA$741One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM8h05Fresno, CA4:05 AMEl Monte, CA$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $364.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $389 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA:
A train is $33 (€27) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA costing on average $84 (€69).
A train is $339 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA costing on average $389 (€319).
Other travel options to El Monte, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 45m.
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 6h39 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:49PM | Duration 6h49 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 04:48AM | Duration 10h03 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Live departures
Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Fresno, CA | 8h05 | 4:05 AM El Monte, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA
Buses from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 21:52. The fastest bus covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CAYou can travel by bus between Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $47 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to El Monte, 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 El Monte, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA
Most Fresno, CA to El Monte, CA buses use the Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) to El Monte, Bus Transportation (Santa Anita Ave.) station pair. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and El Monte, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) from Fresno city centre
Getting to Fresno, North West Avenue / West Dakota Avenue from Fresno city centre
Getting to El Monte, Bus Transportation (Santa Anita Ave.) from El Monte city centre
Most popular bus connections from Fresno, CA
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