What is the cheapest way to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Fountain Valley and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Harbor-Macarthur and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert?

The distance between Fountain Valley and Palm Desert is 118 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert without a car is to line 43 bus and bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fountain Valley to Palm Desert bus from?

Fountain Valley to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Harbor-Macarthur station.

Where does the Fountain Valley to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Fountain Valley to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 station.

Can I drive from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Fountain Valley to Palm Desert is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2450+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Fountain Valley to Palm Desert - 2 ways to travel via line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Fountain Valley to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Line 43 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 51m
$37–52
Drive 111.9 mi
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1. Drive from Fountain Valley to Palm Desertcar 111.9 mi
2h 3m
$21–30

Fountain Valley to Palm Desert by bus

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Fountain Valley, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 4h 51m.

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