What is the cheapest way to get from Escondido to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Palmdale is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Escondido to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Palmdale is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Escondido and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Escondido to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center and arriving at Palmdale Station via Oceanside and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Escondido to Palmdale?

The distance between Escondido and Palmdale is 178 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

How do I travel from Escondido to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from Escondido to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Escondido to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Escondido to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Palmdale train from?

Escondido to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Escondido to Palmdale train arrive?

Escondido to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Palmdale is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Escondido to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 62+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Escondido to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Escondido to Palmdale by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
6h 54m
$40–82
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Glendale Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the train from Glendale to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 33m
$26–50
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Escondido to Palmdalecar 139.5 mi
2h 33m
$26–37

Escondido to Palmdale by tram, train, and foot

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Escondido, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Escondido Transit Center to Palmdale Station via Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 6h 54m.

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