What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Downey?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Downey is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Downey?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Downey is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Downey?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Downey station. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Norwalk Station via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5 and Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Downey?

The distance between Palm Springs and Downey is 131 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Springs to Downey without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Downey without a car is to bus and line 460 bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to Downey?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Palm Springs to Downey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to Downey bus from?

Palm Springs to Downey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Springs to Downey bus arrive?

Palm Springs to Downey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Downey?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Downey is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Palm Springs to Downey.

Where can I stay near Downey?

There are 2052+ hotels available in Downey.

Palm Springs to Downey - 3 ways to travel via plane, tram, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Downey by plane, tram, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Fly, tram
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane PSP - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Lakewood Blvd Stationtram
2h 5m
$137–572
Drive 101.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Downeycar 101.2 mi
1h 50m
$19–27
Bus, line 460 bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 to Norwalk Stationbus 460
4h 22m
$34–47

Palm Springs to Downey by bus

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4h 22mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Downey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Norwalk Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 5, Fullerton Park And Ride Dock 8, and Fullerton Park & Ride Dock 14 in around 4h 22m.

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