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How to get fromJoshua Tree to Lancasterby car, train, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Joshua Tree to Lancaster by car, train, or bus

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  1. Drive, train

    best
    1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Redlands - Universitycar car
    2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train
    7h 34m
    $37–55

  2. Drive  130.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Lancastercar car 130.3 mi
    2h 43m
    $23–33

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Palm Springs Airportbus bus 15
    2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus
    3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train
    9h 7m

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  • Distance: 206.3 mi
  • Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Joshua Tree, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Joshua Tree to Lancaster. However, you can drive to Redlands - University, take the train to San Bernardino - Downtown, take the train to L.A. Union Station, then take the train to Lancaster. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Lancaster via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton, and L.A. Union Station in around 9h 7m.

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