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

The cheapest way to get from Orange County to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orange County to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Orange County and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Orange County 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 56m.

How far is it from Orange County to Palm Desert?

The distance between Orange County and Palm Desert is 116 miles. The road distance is 106.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orange County to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Orange County to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Orange County to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Orange County to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Orange County to Palm Desert is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Orange County to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2247+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Orange County to Palm Desert - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Orange County to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak) or car

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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 56m
$42–59
Drive 105.5 mi
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1. Drive from Orange County to Palm Desertcar 105.5 mi
1h 55m
$20–28

Orange County to Palm Desert by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Orange County, 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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