What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Santa Ana?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Santa Ana. However, there are services departing from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Main-Civic Center via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1 and Harbor-East Shuttle Area. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

The distance between Palm Desert and Santa Ana is 132 miles. The road distance is 106.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 49m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Santa Ana bus from?

Palm Desert to Santa Ana bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Santa Ana bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Santa Ana bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Santa Ana is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Palm Desert to Santa Ana.

How do I get a bus ticket from Palm Desert to Santa Ana?

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Where can I stay near Santa Ana?

There are 1620+ hotels available in Santa Ana.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to Santa Ana by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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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 Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
3h 49m
$65–94
Drive 105.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Santa Anacar 105.8 mi
1h 54m
$20–28
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 57m
$40–54

Palm Desert to Santa Ana by bus (Amtrak)

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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