What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek is to bus and fly and line 44 bus which takes 5h 23m and costs $260 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Joshua Tree National Park and Cave Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek. However, there are services departing from 29 Palms Transit Center and arriving at Marriott Dr & Desert Ridge Marriott via El Cielo at Kirk Douglas, Varner at Harry Oliver, Indio Bus Station and 44th St PHX Sky Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek?

The distance between Joshua Tree National Park and Cave Creek is 347 miles. The road distance is 273 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek without a car is to bus via Phoenix which takes 12h 15m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek bus from?

Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek bus services, operated by Basin Transit, depart from 29 Palms Transit Center station.

Where does the Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek bus arrive?

Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek bus services, operated by Basin Transit, arrive at Palm Springs Airport station.

Can I drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek.

Where can I stay near Cave Creek?

There are 70+ hotels available in Cave Creek.

Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek - 4 ways to travel via bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Cave Creek by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, fly, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus
2. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane PSP - PHX
3. Take the bus from 44th St & Washington St to Deer Valley Rd & Tatum Blbus
5h 23m
$267–612
Drive 271.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center to Cave Creekcar 271.4 mi
5h 35m
$50–72
Bus via Phoenix
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1001 / ...
12h 15m
$84–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
14h 55m
$104–154

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX) flights

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Distance: 345.3 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA and Cave Creek, AZ, USA?

You can take a vehicle from 29 Palms Transit Center to Cave Creek via 29 Palms Transit Center, Palm Springs Airport, El Cielo at Kirk Douglas, Varner at Harry Oliver, Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen, Indio Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, 44th St PHX Sky Train Station, and Marriott Dr & Desert Ridge Marriott in around 12h 15m.

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