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

The cheapest way to get from Oxnard to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxnard to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Oxnard and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxnard to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Adams / Compton, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Oxnard to Palm Desert?

The distance between Oxnard and Palm Desert is 205 miles. The road distance is 181.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxnard to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Oxnard to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Oxnard to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Oxnard station.

Where does the Oxnard to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Oxnard to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Oxnard to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxnard to Palm Desert is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Oxnard to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2449+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Oxnard to Palm Desert - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Oxnard to Palm Desert by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
6h 5m
$36–75
Drive 180.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxnard to Palm Desertcar 180.2 mi
3h 11m
$33–48
Train, bus via Fontana
1. Take the train from Oxnard to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain
3. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
7h 32m
$60–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oxnard to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane LAX - PSP
4h 47m
$213–637
Train, bus #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oxnard to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 18m
$54–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Los Angelesbus Lxus 3103
2. Take the bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
7h 47m
$79–106

Oxnard to Palm Desert by train, foot, and bus

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6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.7 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Oxnard to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Los Angeles, Adams / Compton, Main / 7th, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 7h 47m.

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