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

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Needles to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Needles to Palm Desert?

The distance between Needles and Palm Desert is 336 miles. The road distance is 176.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needles to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 45m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Needles to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Can I drive from Needles to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Palm Desert is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Needles to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 1739+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Needles to Palm Desert - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Needles to Palm Desert by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to San Bernardinotrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
9h 45m
$85–165
Drive 175.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Palm Desertcar 175.7 mi
3h 4m
$33–47

Needles to Palm Desert by train and bus

7Weekly Services

9h 45mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 9h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Needles to Palm Desert. However, you can take the train to San Bernardino, walk to 2nd @ L Street, take the line 3 bus to San Bernardino Transit Center, take the bus to Varner at Harry Oliver, then take the line 14 bus to Fred Waring at Monterey. Alternatively, you can drive from Needles to Palm Desert in around 3h 4m.

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