What is the cheapest way to get from Altadena to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Altadena to Palm Desert is to train and bus which costs $12 - $17 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altadena to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Altadena to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Altadena and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Altadena to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Altadena / Lake and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Altadena to Palm Desert?

The distance between Altadena and Palm Desert is 144 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

How do I travel from Altadena to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Altadena to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Altadena to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Altadena to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altadena to Palm Desert bus from?

Altadena to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Altadena to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Altadena to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Altadena to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Altadena to Palm Desert is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Altadena to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2461+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Altadena to Palm Desert - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Altadena to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, tram, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 57m
$41–60
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pomona - North to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
6h 43m
$13–17
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Altadena to Palm Desertcar 118.3 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Line 662 bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Altadena / Lake to Raymond / Del Marbus
2. Take the tram from Del Mar Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane LAX - PSP
4h 9m
$206–627
Line 662 bus, tram, train, bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Altadena / Lake to Lake Stationbus 662
2. Take the tram from Lake Station to Pomona North Stationtram
3. Take the train from Pomona - North to Fontanatrain
4. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy to Hwy 111 at San Luis Reybus 11
6h
$57–75
Line 662 bus, line 267 bus, bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Altadena / Lake to Raymond / Del Marbus 662
2. Take the bus from Raymond / Del Mar to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 267
3. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy to Hwy 111 at San Luis Reybus 11
6h 28m
$23–44

Altadena to Palm Desert by bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.8 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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