What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from 29 Palms Transit Center and arriving at Town Center at Hahn via El Cielo at Kirk Douglas and Varner at Harry Oliver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert?

The distance between Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Desert is 82 miles. The road distance is 63.1 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert without a car is to bus and line 4 bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $17 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert bus from?

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

Where does the Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert - 2 ways to travel via bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert by bus or car

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Bus, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from El Cielo at Kirk Douglas to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 4
4h 37m
$17–22
Drive 62.7 mi
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1. Drive from Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center to Palm Desertcar 62.7 mi
1h 16m
$12–17

Joshua Tree National Park to Palm Desert by foot and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a vehicle from 29 Palms Transit Center to Town Center at Hahn via 29 Palms Transit Center, Palm Springs Airport, El Cielo at Kirk Douglas, and Varner at Harry Oliver in around 4h 37m.

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