What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Truckee?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Truckee is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Truckee?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Truckee is to fly and train which takes 7h 5m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Truckee. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Truckee via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 58m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Truckee?

The distance between Palm Desert and Truckee is 582 miles. The road distance is 526.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 17h 58m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Truckee?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Palm Desert to Truckee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Truckee bus from?

Palm Desert to Truckee bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Truckee bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Truckee bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Truckee is 526 miles. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Palm Desert to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1603+ hotels available in Truckee.

Palm Desert to Truckee - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palm Desert to Truckee by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane PSP - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 5m
$149–510
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Truckeebus
17h 58m
$96–196
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Sacramentotrain
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak Stationtrain
23h 57m
$259–506
Drive 523.3 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Truckeecar 523.3 mi
9h 45m
$96–138
Bus via San Jose
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from San Jose Park and Ride to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstarbus
22h 4m

Palm Desert to Truckee by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

17h 58mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 578.7 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Truckee via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 17h 58m.

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