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How to get fromPalm Desert to Solana Beachby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to Solana Beach by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    5h 26m

  2. Bus, train via San Bernardino

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus bus 10
    2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain train IE-OC Line
    8h 23m
    $16–25

  3. Drive  104.3 mi

    1. Drive from Palm Desert to Solana Beachcar car 104.3 mi
    2h 17m
    $18–26

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  • Distance: 180.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Solana Beach, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palm Desert to Solana Beach. However, you can take the bus to Fullerton Amtrak Station, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, then take the train to Solana Beach Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Palm Desert to Solana Beach in around 2h 17m.

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