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How to get fromIrvine to Joshua Tree National Parkby bus (Amtrak) or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Irvine to Joshua Tree National Park by bus (Amtrak) or car

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    5h 48m
    $52–74

  2. Drive 129.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Irvine to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Centercar car 129.7 mi
    2h 26m
    $24–35

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

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration5h 48mAverage Duration
Ticket$52Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 160.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Tustin to 29 Palms Transit Center via Fullerton, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and 29 Palms Transit Center in around 5h 48m.

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