What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga is to bus and line 14 bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Rancho Cucamonga?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Foothill @ Ramona via Indio Bus Station and Fontana Metrolink Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga?

The distance between Palm Desert and Rancho Cucamonga is 98 miles. The road distance is 86.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 51m and costs $60 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga bus from?

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

Where does the Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga.

Where can I stay near Rancho Cucamonga?

There are 242+ hotels available in Rancho Cucamonga.

Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Rancho Cucamongatrain SB Line
2h 51m
$62–91
Bus, line 14 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus 14
5h 3m
$6
Drive 85.7 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamongacar 85.7 mi
1h 29m
$16–23
Line 11 bus, bus via Fontana Metrolink Transit Center
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 Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus El Paso
4h 12m
$48–63
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 Montclair Transcenterbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
4h 21m
$16–31

Palm Desert to Rancho Cucamonga by bus and foot

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4h 12mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Foothill @ Ramona via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, and Fontana Metrolink Transit Center in around 4h 12m.

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