What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from E St & 4th Av and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via San Diego and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Palm Desert?

The distance between Chula Vista and Palm Desert is 216 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $65 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Palm Desert bus from?

Chula Vista to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Chula Vista to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Palm Desert is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Chula Vista to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2450+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chula Vista to Palm Desert by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 21m
$68–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
8h 31m
$20–43
Bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheimbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 8m
$62–94
Drive 125.1 mi
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Palm Desertcar 125.1 mi
2h 28m
$23–33

Chula Vista to Palm Desert by tram, train, and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.7 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a bus from E St & 4th Av to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via 12th & Imperial Transit Center, San Diego, Anaheim, Anaheim, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 8h 8m.

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