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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to La Jolla station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and La Jolla is 220 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 19m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla is to train which takes 8h 35m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla.

How do I get a bus ticket from Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla?

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Where can I stay near La Jolla?

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Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
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 19m
$62–116
Bus, train via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to UTC Transit Centerbus 101
12h 17m
$20–31
Train (Amtrak)
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 35m
$103–206
Drive 121.9 mi
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to La Jollacar 121.9 mi
2h 16m
$23–33
Bus
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 Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
8h 57m
$52–87

Desert Hot Springs to La Jolla by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

8h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Palm Springs Station, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, UCSD Central Campus Station, and Gilman Dr & Mandeville Ln in around 8h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to Silverado St & Herschel Av via El Cielo at Baristo, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 8h 57m.

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