What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to El Monte is to bus and train which costs $10 - $15 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to El Monte is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at El Monte Bus Stop via Indio Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to El Monte?

The distance between Palm Desert and El Monte is 127 miles. The road distance is 109.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to El Monte without a car is to bus and train via Indio, CA which takes 3h 44m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to El Monte?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Palm Desert to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to El Monte bus from?

Palm Desert to El Monte bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, depart from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey station.

Where does the Palm Desert to El Monte bus arrive?

Palm Desert to El Monte bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to El Monte is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Palm Desert to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1103+ hotels available in El Monte.

Palm Desert to El Monte - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 11 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palm Desert to El Monte by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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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 - Downtown to El Montetrain SB Line
3h 44m
$65–94
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to El Montetrain SB Line
5h 31m
$10–15
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwybus 11
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Monte Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
4h 7m
$36–56
Drive 108.9 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to El Montecar 108.9 mi
1h 51m
$20–29
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane PSP - LAX
2. Take the bus from Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza to El Monte Station - Upper Levelbus
2h 38m
$175–621
Line 11 bus, bus via El Monte
1. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwybus 11
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Montebus El Paso
4h 22m
$46–66

Palm Desert to El Monte by bus and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to El Monte Bus Stop via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy and Indio Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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