What is the cheapest way to get from Malibu to Coachella?

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Coachella is to line 33 bus and bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malibu to Coachella?

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Coachella is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Coachella?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Coachella. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Coachella Transit Hub via 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Malibu to Coachella?

The distance between Malibu and Coachella is 171 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

How do I travel from Malibu to Coachella without a car?

The best way to get from Malibu to Coachella without a car is to line 33 bus and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $21 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Malibu to Coachella?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Malibu to Coachella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Coachella bus from?

Malibu to Coachella bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Coachella bus arrive?

Malibu to Coachella bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Patsaouras Transit Plaza station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Coachella?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Coachella is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Malibu to Coachella.

Where can I stay near Coachella?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Coachella.

Malibu to Coachella - 5 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Malibu to Coachella by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak)

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Line 33 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
6h 15m
$22–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
7h 20m
$61–80
Drive 157.5 mi
1. Drive from Malibu to Coachellacar 157.5 mi
2h 50m
$29–42
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
6h 15m
$25–37
Line 33 bus, bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 44m
$40–65

Malibu to Coachella by bus and foot

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Malibu, CA, USA and Coachella, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Coachella Transit Hub via Santa Monica / 4th, 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles Union Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy in around 6h 15m.

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