What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Palm Desert is to train and bus which costs $11 - $15 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from El Monte to Palm Desert?

The distance between El Monte and Palm Desert is 129 miles. The road distance is 109.6 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $50 - $65.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from El Monte to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Palm Desert bus from?

El Monte to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where does the El Monte to Palm Desert bus arrive?

El Monte to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Palm Desert is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from El Monte to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2474+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

El Monte to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from El Monte to Palm Desert by bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
3h 36m
$50–63
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from El Monte to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
5h 21m
$11–14
Drive 109 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Palm Desertcar 109 mi
1h 51m
$20–29
Bus via El Monte Bus Stop (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
3h 51m
$20–31
Train, bus via Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy
1. Take the train from El Monte to Fontanatrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
4h 38m
$54–72

El Monte to Palm Desert by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from El Monte to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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