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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Barstow is to bus which costs $2 - $9 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Indio Bus Station and Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Barstow?

The distance between Palm Desert and Barstow is 167 miles. The road distance is 119.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Barstow without a car is to bus and train via Indio, CA which takes 4h 39m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Palm Desert to Barstow, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Barstow bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Barstow bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Barstow bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Fontana Metrolink Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Barstow is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Palm Desert to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 30+ hotels available in Barstow.

Palm Desert to Barstow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palm Desert to Barstow by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Indio, CA
best
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso
2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
4h 39m
$84–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
7h 1m
$2–9
Bus via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
6h 22m
$46–68
Drive 119.1 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Barstowcar 119.1 mi
2h 21m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
6h 25m
$30–59

Palm Desert to Barstow by bus and foot

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6h 22mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, and Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave in around 6h 22m.

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