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

The cheapest way to get from Monrovia to Palm Desert is to train and bus which costs $10 - $15 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monrovia to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Monrovia and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Monrovia to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via El Monte Bus Stop and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Monrovia to Palm Desert?

The distance between Monrovia and Palm Desert is 126 miles. The road distance is 110.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monrovia to Palm Desert without a car is to tram and train and bus and line 11 bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $55 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Monrovia to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Monrovia to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Monte Bus Stop station.

Where does the Monrovia to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Monrovia to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from Monrovia to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Monrovia to Palm Desert is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Monrovia to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2360+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Monrovia to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Monrovia to Palm Desert by tram, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram, train, bus, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Monrovia Station to Pomona North Stationtram
2. Take the train from Pomona - North to Fontanatrain
3. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy to Hwy 111 at San Luis Reybus 11
5h 26m
$55–73
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pomona - North to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
6h 9m
$11–15
Drive 109.7 mi
1. Drive from Monrovia to Palm Desertcar 109.7 mi
1h 56m
$20–29
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
5h 29m
$21–42
Bus via Valley Blvd and La Madera Ave E
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
5h 29m
$49–78

Monrovia to Palm Desert by tram, train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Indio Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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