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

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert is to train and bus via San Bernardino which costs $12 - $17 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $21 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Niguel-Crown Valley 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 46m.

How far is it from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert?

The distance between Laguna Niguel and Palm Desert is 138 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Where does the Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Harbor-East Shuttle Area station.

Can I drive from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2410+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 23m
$43–61
Train, bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
5h 49m
$13–17
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Laguna Niguel to Palm Desertcar 117.1 mi
2h 8m
$22–31
Line 83 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-East Shuttle Areabus 83
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 46m
$41–56

Laguna Niguel to Palm Desert by train and bus

7Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Niguel-Crown Valley to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Paseo De Valencia-Calle De Los Caballeros, Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 5h 46m.

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