What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and San Diego Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at University Av & Vermont St via Indio Bus Station, El Centro Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Palm Desert and San Diego Zoo is 211 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 45m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo bus from?

Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo bus arrive?

Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Centro Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Diego Zoo?

There are 2078+ hotels available in San Diego Zoo.

Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo by bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 45m
$67–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
8h 39m
$20–35
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to San Diego Zoocar 118.7 mi
2h 21m
$22–32
Bus via El Centro
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
7h 55m
$32–65

Palm Desert to San Diego Zoo by bus, train, and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and San Diego Zoo, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to San Diego Zoo via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, El Centro Bus Stop, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and University Av & Vermont St in around 7h 55m.

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