What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert is to line 90 bus and train and bus which costs $13 - $18 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Golden Lantern-La Cresta and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Palm Desert?

The distance between Dana Point and Palm Desert is 141 miles. The road distance is 114.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 21m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Dana Point to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Palm Desert bus from?

Dana Point to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Golden Lantern-La Cresta station.

Where does the Dana Point to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Dana Point to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Palm Desert is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Dana Point to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2383+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano 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 21m
$45–63
Line 90 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
7h 41m
$13–18
Drive 114 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Palm Desertcar 114 mi
2h 16m
$21–31
Line 90 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 13m
$43–62

Dana Point to Palm Desert by bus and train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Fullerton, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 13m.

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