What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Mission Viejo and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and arriving at Palm at First St via Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Fullerton Amtrak Station and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Mission Viejo and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Palm Springs Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Mission Viejo and Desert Hot Springs is 137 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

How do I travel from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 6h and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs train from?

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 6h and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 6h.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs train arrive?

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs.

Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 973+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from El Cielo at Kirk Douglas to Palm at First Stbus 2
6h
$35–50
Drive 99.4 mi
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1. Drive from Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springscar 99.4 mi
1h 48m
$19–27
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
6h
$73–135

Mission Viejo to Desert Hot Springs by bus and foot

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Mission Viejo, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Palm at First St via Harbor-East Shuttle Area, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Desert Hot Springs via Santa Ana-Santiago, Santa Ana, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs Station in around 6h.

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