What is the cheapest way to get from Needles to Pasadena?

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Pasadena is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needles to Pasadena?

The fastest way to get from Needles to Pasadena is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Needles and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from Needles station to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from Needles Station and arriving at Memorial Park Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Needles to Pasadena?

The distance between Needles and Pasadena is 296 miles. The road distance is 249.1 miles.

How do I travel from Needles to Pasadena without a car?

The best way to get from Needles to Pasadena without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $80 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Needles to Pasadena?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Needles to Pasadena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needles to Pasadena train from?

Needles to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Needles Station.

Where does the Needles to Pasadena train arrive?

Needles to Pasadena train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Needles to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Pasadena is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Needles to Pasadena.

Where can I stay near Pasadena?

There are 2200+ hotels available in Pasadena.

Needles to Pasadena - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Needles to Pasadena by train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Victorville Amtraktrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2030
6h 56m
$80–158
Drive 247.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Pasadenacar 247.6 mi
4h 2m
$46–66
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
8h 13m
$105–210

Needles to Pasadena by train, bus, and tram

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6h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.6 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Pasadena, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Needles Station to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $100–210 and the journey takes 7h 43m.

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