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How to get fromLos Angeles Downtown to Joshua Tree National Parkby bus (Amtrak) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Joshua Tree National Park by bus (Amtrak) or car

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    5h 54m
    $53–81

  2. Drive 144.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Los Angeles Downtown to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Centercar car 144.4 mi
    2h 34m
    $27–39

  3. Bus via Anaheim

    1. Take the bus from 5th / Los Angeles to Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14bus bus 460
    2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    7h 57m
    $49–69

Los Angeles Downtown to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, and foot

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration5h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket$53Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from Los Angeles Downtown to Joshua Tree National Park.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 170.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Downtown, CA, USA and Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Los Angeles to 29 Palms Transit Center via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and 29 Palms Transit Center in around 5h 54m.

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