What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley is to bus which costs $25 - $45 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Cochran Street and First Street via Indio Bus Station, Hill St & 5th St and Metrolink Chatsworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Simi Valley?

The distance between Palm Desert and Simi Valley is 175 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Simi Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 24m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Simi Valley bus from?

Palm Desert to Simi Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Simi Valley bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Simi Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Simi Valley is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Palm Desert to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 149+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

Palm Desert to Simi Valley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palm Desert to Simi Valley by bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus), or subway

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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 Simi Valley Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 24m
$55–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Hill St & 5th St to Chatsworth Metrolink Stationbus 419
8h 43m
$26–44
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Moorparktrain
7h 42m
$75–112
Drive 159.8 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Simi Valleycar 159.8 mi
2h 47m
$30–43
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Moorpark Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 39m
$36–75
Line 11 bus, bus, subway, line 10 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 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus
3. Take the subway from Pershing Square Station to North Hollywood Stationsubway
4. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Chatsworth Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Metrolink Chatsworth to Cochran Street and First Streetbus 10
8h 44m
$54–72

Palm Desert to Simi Valley by bus and train (Amtrak)

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7h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Simi Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Cochran Street and First Street via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Pershing Square Station, Hill St & 5th St, Chatsworth Metrolink Station, and Metrolink Chatsworth in around 8h 43m.

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