What is the travel distance from Phoenix to El Cajon?

The distance between the two cities is 287 miles (462 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Phoenix to El Cajon?

The majority of buses traveling from Phoenix to El Cajon start their journey at N 27th Ave and wind up at Fletcher Pkwy. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Phoenix to El Cajon from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Phoenix to El Cajon on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00am	Phoenix Bus Station	7h 10m	5:10pm	El Cajon	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Phoenix Bus Station	7h 10m	5:10pm	El Cajon	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:05pm	Tempe (University/Rural)	21h 15m	10:20am	El Cajon	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:35pm	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	20h 45m	10:20am	El Cajon	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	Glendale (59th Ave / W. Hayward)	19h 50m	10:20am	El Cajon	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Phoenix to El Cajon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Cajon. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

289 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $74	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$138 - $198	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and El Cajon?

Stops in Phoenix

A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
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B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051
D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034
E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA

Stops in El Cajon

A
Fletcher Pkwy
175 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,387 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Phoenix El Cajon recent customer reviews

I've been riding on Greyhound since I was 14 and they always get me where I am going on time. The only thing that I would change is the time allowed at each stop. Hardly enough time to get something to eat

Lois D.

May 17, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,390 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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