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

The cheapest way to get from Carlsbad to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlsbad to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Carlsbad and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlsbad to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Oceanside and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Carlsbad to Palm Desert?

The distance between Carlsbad and Palm Desert is 167 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlsbad to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Carlsbad to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Carlsbad to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Carlsbad to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Carlsbad to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Carlsbad to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlsbad to Palm Desert is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Carlsbad to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 1691+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlsbad to Palm Desert by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 3m
$45–64
Drive 93.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlsbad to Palm Desertcar 93.8 mi
2h
$18–25
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 35m
$58–90
Train, bus via San Bernardino
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
7h 45m
$18–25

Carlsbad to Palm Desert by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Carlsbad Bl & Oak Av to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8, Oceanside, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 35m.

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