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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and Orange County?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at Main-Civic Center via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 and Harbor-East Shuttle Area. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and Orange County?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to Orange County. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at Santa Ana via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and Orange County is 121 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County without a car is to line 2 bus and bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County is to line 2 bus and bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Orange County bus arrive?

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

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to Orange County train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to Orange County is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County.

Where can I stay near Orange County?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Orange County.

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There are 3 ways to get from Desert Hot Springs to Orange County 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
5h 26m
$34–50
Drive 92.3 mi
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1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to Orange Countycar 92.3 mi
1h 43m
$17–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 30m
$69–127

Desert Hot Springs to Orange County by bus and foot

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to Main-Civic Center via El Cielo at Baristo, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1, and Harbor-East Shuttle Area in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to Santa Ana via Palm Springs Station and Los Angeles in around 5h 30m.

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