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How to get fromCalifornia City to Mojave Desertby bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from California City to Mojave Desert by bus or car

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  1. Bus, drive (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to South Strip Transit Terminalbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Drive from South Strip Transit Terminal to Mojave Desertcar car
    7h 17m
    $85–132

  2. Drive 164.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from California City to Mojave Desertcar car 164.3 mi
    3h 13m
    $30–44

  3. Bus, drive via Enterprise (Amtrak)

    1. Take the bus from Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to South Strip Transit Terminalbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Drive from NB Las Vegas after Volunteer to Mojave Desertcar car
    8h 5m
    $88–134

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  • Distance: 304.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between California City, CA, USA and Mojave Desert, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from California City to Mojave Desert. However, you can take the line 230 bus to Carl's Jr./Inyo St., take the bus to South Strip Transit Terminal, then drive to Mojave Desert. Alternatively, you can drive from California City to Mojave Desert in around 3h 13m.

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