What is the cheapest way to get from Mesa to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Mesa to Palm Desert is to bus via 24th St/Baseline PNR which costs $35 - $70 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mesa to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Mesa to Palm Desert is to tram and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $270 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Mesa and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Mesa to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from McDowell Rd & Central Av and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Mesa to Palm Desert?

The distance between Mesa and Palm Desert is 287 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mesa to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $65 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Mesa to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Mesa to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mesa to Palm Desert bus from?

Mesa to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix station.

Where does the Mesa to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Mesa to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mesa to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Mesa to Palm Desert is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Mesa to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Mesa to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via tram, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Mesa to Palm Desert by tram, plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from Center/Main St to 44th St/Washingtontram
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
3h 16m
$277–712
Bus via 24th St/Baseline PNR
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
8h 4m
$38–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
7h 15m
$67–87
Drive 271.1 mi
1. Drive from Mesa to Palm Desertcar 271.1 mi
4h 25m
$50–72
Bus #2 (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
10h
$53–83

Mesa to Palm Desert by tram, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.3 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Mesa, AZ, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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