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How to get fromPalm Desert to Needlesby bus, train, or 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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  1. Bus, train via Indio

    best
    1. Take the bus from Indio to San Bernardinobus bus Lxus 2202 / ...
    2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    7h 24m
    $190–295

  2. Drive  175.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palm Desert to Needlescar car 175.7 mi
    3h 3m
    $33–47

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus bus 10
    2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    9h 1m
    $134–214

Palm Desert to Needles by bus and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration9h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket$134Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 330.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 24m

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, take the bus to San Bernardino, walk to G Street @ Oak, take the line 15 bus to San Bernardino Transit Center, take the line 4 bus to 2nd Street @ 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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