What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage is to line 90 bus and train and bus which costs $14 - $19 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Rancho Mirage?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage. However, there are services departing from Golden Lantern-La Cresta and arriving at Hwy 111 at Rancho Las Palmas via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Town Center & Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage?

The distance between Dana Point and Rancho Mirage is 142 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Rancho Mirage bus from?

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

Where does the Dana Point to Rancho Mirage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Rancho Mirage is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage.

Where can I stay near Rancho Mirage?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Rancho Mirage.

Dana Point to Rancho Mirage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to Rancho Mirage 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 47m
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
8h 9m
$14–19
Drive 110.2 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Rancho Miragecar 110.2 mi
2h 17m
$20–29
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 38m

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Rancho Mirage, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Hwy 111 at Rancho Las Palmas via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Fullerton, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, and Town Center & Hahn in around 6h 38m.

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