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

The cheapest way to get from Arcadia to Palm Desert is to train and bus which costs $10 - $15 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcadia to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Arcadia and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcadia to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Santa Anita / Huntington and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via El Monte Bus Stop and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Arcadia to Palm Desert?

The distance between Arcadia and Palm Desert is 138 miles. The road distance is 111.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcadia to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs $21 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Arcadia to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Arcadia to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Monte Bus Stop station.

Where does the Arcadia to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Arcadia to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from Arcadia to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcadia to Palm Desert is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Arcadia to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2403+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Arcadia to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Arcadia to Palm Desert by bus (Greyhound), car, tram, train, bus, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
5h 13m
$22–33
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 12m
$11–15
Drive 110.8 mi
1. Drive from Arcadia to Palm Desertcar 110.8 mi
1h 57m
$21–30
Tram, train, bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the tram from Arcadia Station to Pomona North Stationtram
2. Take the train from Pomona - North to Fontanatrain
3. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy to Hwy 111 at San Luis Reybus 11
5h 29m
$55–73
Bus via Anaheim (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 41m
$34–56

Arcadia to Palm Desert by bus and foot (Greyhound)

21Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $19–30 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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