What is the cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Newport Beach and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Placentia-Flagship and arriving at Palm at First St via Fullerton Amtrak Station and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Newport Beach and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Newport Beach 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 4h 57m.

How far is it from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Newport Beach and Desert Hot Springs is 160 miles. The road distance is 101.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $110 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Placentia-Flagship station.

Where do I catch the Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs train from?

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

Train or bus from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $110 - $190. Alternatively, you can line 47 bus and bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 station.

Where does the Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs.

How do I get a train ticket from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs?

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Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
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 / ...
4h 57m
$117–187
Drive 100.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springscar 100.8 mi
1h 52m
$19–27
Line 47 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Placentia-Flagship to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 47
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 16m
$33–48

Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs by bus and foot

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6h 16mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Newport Beach, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Newport Beach to Desert Hot Springs via Santa Ana, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs Station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Placentia-Flagship to Palm at First St via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas in around 6h 16m.

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