What is the cheapest way to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Laguna Woods and Joshua Tree?

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree. However, there are services departing from El Toro-Paseo De Valencia and arriving at Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport and Yucca Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Laguna Woods and Joshua Tree is 138 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

How do I travel from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree without a car?

The best way to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree without a car is to bus which takes 7h 51m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree bus from?

Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree bus arrive?

Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 601+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree by train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Drive from Redlands - University to Joshua Treecar
4h 56m
$28–41
Drive 115.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Laguna Woods to Joshua Treecar 115.7 mi
2h 10m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to Yucca Valley Transit Centerbus 12 / ...
7h 51m
$39–59

Laguna Woods to Joshua Tree by bus

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7h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a bus from El Toro-Paseo De Valencia to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and Yucca Valley Transit Center in around 7h 51m.

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