What is the cheapest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Mammoth Lakes and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd and arriving at Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway via Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale?

The distance between Mammoth Lakes and Palmdale is 258 miles. The road distance is 250.2 miles.

How do I travel from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale bus from?

Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, depart from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd station.

Where does the Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale bus arrive?

Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, arrive at Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street station.

Can I drive from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 67+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale by bus, car, or train

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1. Take the bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus Mmx / ...
2. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highwaybus 395 Route South / ...
6h 59m
$49–76
Drive 248.8 mi
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1. Drive from Mammoth Lakes to Palmdalecar 248.8 mi
4h 26m
$46–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mammoth Mountain Inn to Skirball Park & Ridebus Mammoth Ski Trip
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
10h 6m
$430–436

Mammoth Lakes to Palmdale by bus and train

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6h 59mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Mammoth Lakes, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Palmdale Station via Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street, Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway, and Lancaster in around 6h 59m.

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