What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Palm at First St via Fullerton Amtrak Station and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Bakersfield and Desert Hot Springs is 227 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs $95 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $100 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs?

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Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
6h 18m
$98–164
Bus via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
8h 2m
$38–74
Drive 216.2 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springscar 216.2 mi
3h 50m
$40–57
Fly
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane BFL - PSP
4h 25m
$104–343
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 34m
$78–113
Bus via Los Angeles #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 28m
$77–117

Bakersfield to Desert Hot Springs by bus and foot (Amtrak)

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.3 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Palm at First St via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas in around 7h 34m.

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