What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Harbor-Bernard and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Palm Desert is 122 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert without a car is to line 43 bus and bus which takes 5h 12m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Palm Desert bus from?

Costa Mesa to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Harbor-Bernard station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Palm Desert is 112 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Costa Mesa to Palm Desert - 2 ways to travel via line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Line 43 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 43
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 12m
$37–52
Drive 111.6 mi
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1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Palm Desertcar 111.6 mi
1h 59m
$21–30

Costa Mesa to Palm Desert by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 12mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Harbor-Bernard to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 5h 12m.

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