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

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

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

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

How far is it from Palm Desert to Needles?

The distance between Palm Desert and Needles is 333 miles. The road distance is 176.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Needles without a car is to bus and train via Indio, CA which takes 7h 15m and costs $130 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Palm Desert to Needles, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Needles is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Palm Desert to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 29+ hotels available in Needles.

Palm Desert to Needles - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to Needles 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 Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
7h 15m
$138–253
Drive 175.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Needlescar 175.7 mi
3h 3m
$33–47
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 Needles Stationtrain Southwest Chief
9h 1m
$84–174

Palm Desert to Needles by bus and train

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9h 1mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.8 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Palm Desert to Needles. However, you can take the taxi to Indio, CA, take the bus to San Bernardino, CA, walk to San Bernardino Transit Center, take the line 4 bus to 2nd @ L Street, walk to San Bernardino, then take the train to Needles Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Palm Desert to Needles in around 3h 3m.

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