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How to get fromEncinitas to Joshua Tree National Parkby train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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There are 3 ways to get from Encinitas to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    8h 23m
    $58–89

  2. Drive 141.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Encinitas to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Centercar car 141.5 mi
    2h 46m
    $26–38

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    8h 46m
    $76–115

Encinitas to Joshua Tree National Park by bus, train, and foot

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration8h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket$58Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from Encinitas to Joshua Tree National Park.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 220.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to 29 Palms Transit Center via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and 29 Palms Transit Center in around 8h 46m.

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