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How to get fromAlbuquerque to Palm Desertby plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Albuquerque to Palm Desert by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane plane ABQ - PSP
    5h 47m
    $120–461

  2. Bus (Greyhound)

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    1. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US1210
    15h 31m
    $117–216

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to San Bernardinotrain train Southwest Chief
    2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus bus 10
    19h 25m
    $274–545

  4. Drive 669.5 mi

    1. Drive from Albuquerque to Palm Desertcar car 669.5 mi
    11h 12m
    $123–177

Albuquerque to Palm Desert by bus and foot (Greyhound)

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration15h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$117Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 587 mi
  • Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Albuquerque, NM, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $110–220 and the journey takes 14h 25m.

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