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

The cheapest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Desert Hot Springs and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Pierson at Cactus and arriving at San Diego via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop and Anaheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Desert Hot Springs and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Desert Hot Springs station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Station and arriving at San Diego via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego?

The distance between Desert Hot Springs and San Diego is 241 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego?

The best way to get from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $95 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $85 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to San Diego bus arrive?

Desert Hot Springs to San Diego bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Desert Hot Springs to San Diego train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Desert Hot Springs to San Diego is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Palm Springs Station to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 37m
$99–189
Drive 124.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Desert Hot Springs to San Diegocar 124.9 mi
2h 15m
$23–33
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 San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 40m
$60–116
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 to San Diegobus Los Angeles
8h 8m
$56–85

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

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7h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a vehicle from Desert Hot Springs to San Diego via Palm Springs Station and Los Angeles in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pierson at Cactus to San Diego via El Cielo at Baristo, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, and Anaheim in around 8h 8m.

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