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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Needles is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Needles is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Needles station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at Needles Station via Pomona - Downtown and Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Needles?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Needles is 364 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Needles without a car is to train which takes 9h 56m and costs $120 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 56m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Needles, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Needles train arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to Needles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pomona Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Needles is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 34+ hotels available in Needles.

Desert Hot Springs to Needles - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Needles by train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Pomona Amtraktrain
2. Take the train from Pomona - Downtown to Riverside - Downtowntrain
3. Take the train from Riverside to Needles Stationtrain
9h 56m
$120–240
Drive 171.8 mi
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1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Needlescar 171.8 mi
3h 19m
$32–46
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 Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
11h 2m
$102–211
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
11h 19m
$70–155

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

7Weekly Services

11h 2mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 361.7 mi
Duration: 9h 56m

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

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Needles Station via Palm Springs Station, Pomona Amtrak, Pomona - Downtown, and Riverside in around 9h 56m.

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