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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at E St & 4th Av via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Anaheim and 12th & Imperial Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at E Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Chula Vista is 248 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista, including transfers.

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

Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista train from?

Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Station.

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $95 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus via Anaheim, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista train arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 2146+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

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There are 5 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 10m
$99–189
Drive 130 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vistacar 130 mi
2h 21m
$24–35
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 14m
$60–116
Bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Anaheim to San Diegobus Los Angeles
8h 57m
$58–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
14h 4m
$78–135

Desert Hot Springs to Chula Vista by bus, foot, train, and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 247 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to E Street Station via Palm Springs Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to E St & 4th Av via El Cielo at Baristo, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, Anaheim, San Diego, and 12th & Imperial Transit Center in around 8h 57m.

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