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How to get fromJoshua Tree to Palm Desertby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Joshua Tree to Palm Desert by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Palm Springs Airportbus bus 15
    2. Take the taxi from Palm Springs Airport to Palm Deserttaxi taxi
    1h 20m
    $60–80

  2. Drive 46.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Palm Desertcar car 46.6 mi
    58 min
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Joshua Tree to Palm Deserttaxi taxi 46.6 mi
    58 min
    $160–200

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  • Distance: 49.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Joshua Tree to Palm Desert. However, you can take the bus to Palm Springs Airport then take the taxi to Palm Desert. Alternatively, you can drive from Joshua Tree to Palm Desert in around 58 min.

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