What is the cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert is to bus via San Bernardino which costs $7 - $11 and takes 8h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $20 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Laguna Beach and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Laguna Beach Layover and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-East Shuttle Area and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert?

The distance between Laguna Beach and Palm Desert is 140 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

How do I travel from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laguna Beach to Palm Desert bus from?

Laguna Beach to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Laguna Beach to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Laguna Beach to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Beach to Palm Desert is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2450+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Laguna Beach to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 47 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Laguna Beach to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 51m
$41–56
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katella + Harbor to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
8h 3m
$7–11
Drive 114.8 mi
1. Drive from Laguna Beach to Palm Desertcar 114.8 mi
2h 4m
$21–31
Line 47 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Fairview-Arlington to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 47
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 47m
$41–56

Laguna Beach to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

5h 51mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Laguna Beach, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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