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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Fullerton?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton station. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Fullerton?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Fullerton station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Fullerton is 110 miles. The road distance is 91 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton without a car is to line 2 bus and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton, including transfers.

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

Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, depart from Pierson at Cactus station.

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

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

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton is to line 2 bus and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $120 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at El Cielo at Baristo station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton.

How do I get a train ticket from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton?

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Where can I stay near Fullerton?

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Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 2 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 2 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pierson at Cactus to El Cielo at Baristobus 2
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 19m
$30–46
Drive 90.5 mi
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1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Fullertoncar 90.5 mi
1h 39m
$17–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
5h 9m
$67–120

Desert Hot Springs to Fullerton by bus and foot

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Distance: 109.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to Fullerton Amtrak Station via El Cielo at Baristo and Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angeles 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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