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

The cheapest way to get from Orange to Palm Desert is to bus via San Bernardino which costs $2 - $7 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orange to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Orange and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Orange station to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Orange to Palm Desert?

The distance between Orange and Palm Desert is 111 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orange to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Orange to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Orange to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Orange to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Orange to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Orange to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Orange to Palm Desert is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Orange to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2247+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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There are 3 ways to get from Orange to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 47m
$41–58
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
5h 28m
$2–6
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Orange to Palm Desertcar 101.9 mi
1h 50m
$19–27

Orange to Palm Desert by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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