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How to get fromDesert Hot Springs to Joshua Tree National Parkby bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Joshua Tree National Park by bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 2 bus, bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Pierson at Cactus to El Cielo at Baristobus bus 2
    2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    3h 14m
    $16–21

  2. Drive 37.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Hwy 62 & Timothycar car 37.7 mi
    47 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Desert Hot Springs to Hwy 62 & Timothytaxi taxi 37.7 mi
    47 min
    $130–160

Desert Hot Springs to Joshua Tree National Park by bus and foot

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration3h 14mAverage Duration
Ticket$16Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 67.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA and Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to 29 Palms Transit Center via El Cielo at Baristo, Palm Springs Airport, and 29 Palms Transit Center in around 3h 14m.

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