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

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma. However, there are services departing from 29 Palms Transit Center and arriving at Yuma County Area Transit via El Cielo at Kirk Douglas, Varner at Harry Oliver and Indio Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

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

The distance between Joshua Tree National Park and Yuma is 242 miles. The road distance is 184.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma without a car is to bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma.

Where can I stay near Yuma?

There are 75+ hotels available in Yuma.

Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus) or car

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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 Indio Bus Station to Yuma County Area Transitbus FlixBus 2055
9h 17m
$40–67
Drive 183.5 mi
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1. Drive from Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center to Yumacar 183.5 mi
4h 21m
$34–49

Joshua Tree National Park to Yuma by foot and bus

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9h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.7 mi
Duration: 9h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from 29 Palms Transit Center to Yuma County Area Transit via 29 Palms Transit Center, Palm Springs Airport, El Cielo at Kirk Douglas, Varner at Harry Oliver, Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen, and Indio Bus Station in around 9h 17m.

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