What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel Valley and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel Valley station to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert?

The distance between Carmel Valley and Palm Desert is 189 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel Valley to Palm Desert bus from?

Carmel Valley to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Carmel Valley to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel Valley to Palm Desert is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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

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

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station 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 29m
$90–142
Drive 108 mi
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1. Drive from Carmel Valley to Palm Desertcar 108 mi
2h 11m
$20–29
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station 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
5h 59m
$93–127
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
8h 50m
$40–52

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Carmel Valley, San Diego County, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Carmel Valley to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 5h 59m.

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