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

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $17 - $26.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula. However, there are services departing from 29 Palms Transit Center and arriving at Promenade Mall via Varner at Harry Oliver, 2nd St. 1540 at Walmart, Mt. San Jacinto College San Jacinto and Gilmore + Devonshire Hemet Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula?

The distance between Joshua Tree National Park and Temecula is 139 miles. The road distance is 96.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula without a car is to bus which takes 7h 8m and costs $45 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula.

Where can I stay near Temecula?

There are 223+ hotels available in Temecula.

Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula - 3 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Temecula by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to 2nd at Commercebus 10
3. Take the bus from Gilmore + Devonshire Hemet Mall to Promenade Mallbus 79
7h 8m
$49–68
Drive 96.1 mi
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1. Drive from Hwy 62 & Timothy to Temeculacar 96.1 mi
1h 50m
$18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 29 Palms Transit Center to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Perris - Downtowntrain
4. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Promenade Mallbus 61
9h 52m
$46–73

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

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from 29 Palms Transit Center to Promenade Mall via 29 Palms Transit Center, Palm Springs Airport, Varner at Harry Oliver, 2nd St. 1540 at Walmart, Mt. San Jacinto College San Jacinto, and Gilmore + Devonshire Hemet Mall in around 7h 8m.

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