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How to get fromIndianapolis to Palm Desertby plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Indianapolis to Palm Desert by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane plane IND - PSP
    7h 59m
    $217–762

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0421
    2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US1210
    42h 6m
    $344–637

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to San Bernardinotrain train
    3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus bus 10
    2d 3h
    $768–1,632

  4. Drive 1,945.2 mi

    1. Drive from Indianapolis to Palm Desertcar car 1,945.2 mi
    31h 22m
    $355–513

Indianapolis to Palm Desert by bus and foot

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration42h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket$344Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,740 mi
  • Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via St Louis Bus Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 42h 6m.

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