What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano?

The distance between Palm Desert and San Juan Capistrano is 137 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 17m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano.

Where can I stay near San Juan Capistrano?

There are 262+ hotels available in San Juan Capistrano.

Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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 Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 17m
$43–60
Drive 110.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistranocar 110.3 mi
2h 11m
$21–30
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to San Juan Capistranotrain IE-OC Line
4h 27m
$67–96

Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano by bus and train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano. However, you can take the bus to Fullerton Amtrak Station, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, then take the train to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Palm Desert to San Juan Capistrano via Indio, CA, San Bernardino, CA, and San Bernardino - Downtown in around 4h 27m.

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