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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Palm Desert is to bus which costs $3 - $9 and takes 5h 37m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Fred Waring at Monterey via Cal State San Bernardino and Varner at Harry Oliver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Barstow to Palm Desert?

The distance between Barstow and Palm Desert is 148 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $3 - $9.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Barstow to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Barstow to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave station.

Where does the Barstow to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Barstow to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at Cal State San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Palm Desert is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Barstow to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2383+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Barstow to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barstow to Palm Desert by bus, car, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Cal State San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the bus from Cal State San Bernardino to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
5h 37m
$4–8
Drive 119.2 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Palm Desertcar 119.2 mi
2h 21m
$22–32
Train, bus via Victorville
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Victorville Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to Cal State San Bernardinobus 15 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cal State San Bernardino to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
6h 6m
$15–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to San Bernardinotrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
6h 16m
$30–57

Barstow to Palm Desert by bus

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Fred Waring at Monterey via Cal State San Bernardino and Varner at Harry Oliver in around 5h 37m.

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