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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Downey is to bus via San Bernardino which costs $13 - $21 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Downey is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Downey?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Downey. However, there are services departing from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Firestone / Downey via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5, Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 and Norwalk Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Downey?

The distance between Palm Desert and Downey is 140 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Downey without a car is to bus and line 460 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Palm Desert to Downey, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Downey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Downey bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Downey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Downey?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Downey is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Palm Desert to Downey.

Where can I stay near Downey?

There are 2307+ hotels available in Downey.

Palm Desert to Downey - 5 ways to travel via plane, tram, bus, and line 460 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Palm Desert to Downey by plane, tram, bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane PSP - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Lakewood Blvd Stationtram
2h 20m
$199–610
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Downeybus FlixBus 2037
7h 1m
$14–21
Bus, line 460 bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 to Norwalk Stationbus 460
5h 29m
Drive 116.5 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Downeycar 116.5 mi
2h 6m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to 2474 E Florence Ave - Huntington Parkbus El Paso
6h 12m
$52–68

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Firestone / Downey via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5, Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 8, Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14, and Norwalk Station in around 5h 29m.

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