What is the cheapest way to get from California City to Palm Springs?

The cheapest way to get from California City to Palm Springs is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from California City to Palm Springs?

The fastest way to get from California City to Palm Springs is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between California City and Palm Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from California City to Palm Springs. However, there are services departing from Aspen Mall/82nd St. and arriving at Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

How far is it from California City to Palm Springs?

The distance between California City and Palm Springs is 242 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

How do I travel from California City to Palm Springs without a car?

The best way to get from California City to Palm Springs without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 11m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from California City to Palm Springs?

It takes approximately 9h 11m to get from California City to Palm Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California City to Palm Springs bus from?

California City to Palm Springs bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. station.

Where does the California City to Palm Springs bus arrive?

California City to Palm Springs bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from California City to Palm Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between California City to Palm Springs is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from California City to Palm Springs.

Where can I stay near Palm Springs?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Palm Springs.

California City to Palm Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from California City to Palm Springs by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aspen Mall/82nd St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stopbus
9h 11m
$45–67
Drive 155.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from California City to Palm Springscar 155.8 mi
2h 45m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stopbus
10h 21m
$100–153

California City to Palm Springs by bus and train

14Weekly Services

9h 11mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241 mi
Duration: 9h 11m

What companies run services between California City, CA, USA and Palm Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Aspen Mall/82nd St. to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 10h 21m.

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