What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine station to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Palm at Buena Vista via Town Center at Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs station. However, there are services departing from Tustin and arriving at Palm Springs Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Irvine and Desert Hot Springs is 153 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Irvine to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Desert Hot Springs train from?

Irvine to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Tustin station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $90 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 5 bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Irvine to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Irvine to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Irvine to Desert Hot Springs train arrive?

Irvine to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Desert Hot Springs is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs.

Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 1360+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Irvine to Desert Hot Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 5 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Desert Hot Springs by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
4h 52m
$94–142
Drive 95.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Desert Hot Springscar 95.2 mi
1h 45m
$18–26
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Town Center at Hahn to Palm at Buena Vistabus 5
5h 50m

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Irvine, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Tustin to Desert Hot Springs via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tustin to Palm at Buena Vista via Fullerton, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Town Center at Hahn in around 5h 50m.

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