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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Mesa is to bus via 24th St/Baseline PNR which costs $35 - $70 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Mesa is to fly and tram which takes 2h 29m and costs $270 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Mesa. However, there are services departing from Indio, CA and arriving at Phoenix via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Mesa?

The distance between Palm Desert and Mesa is 287 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Mesa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Palm Desert to Mesa, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Mesa bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Indio, CA station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Mesa bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Mesa bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Phoenix station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Mesa is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Palm Desert to Mesa.

Where can I stay near Mesa?

There are 2824+ hotels available in Mesa.

Palm Desert to Mesa - 6 ways to travel via plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palm Desert to Mesa by plane, tram, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX)plane PSP - PHX
2. Take the tram from 44th St/Washington to Mesa Dr/Main Sttram
2h 29m
$279–708
Bus via 24th St/Baseline PNR
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1001 / ...
8h 23m
$38–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to Phoenixbus Cbx
5h 13m
$76–108
Drive 271.1 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Mesacar 271.1 mi
4h 25m
$50–72
Bus via 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenixbus Huntington Park
9h
$66–87
Bus via 44th St/Washington (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2054
9h 56m
$52–83

Palm Desert to Mesa by bus and foot

34Weekly Services

8h 23mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.6 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

CBX Cross Border Express operates a bus from Indio, CA to Phoenix 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 4h. Limousine Express also services this route twice daily.

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