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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Escondido is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Escondido is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Escondido?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Escondido. However, there are services departing from Indian Canyon at Alejo and arriving at Escondido via Varner at Harry Oliver and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Escondido?

The distance between Palm Springs and Escondido is 175 miles. The road distance is 93.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Escondido without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 40m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Palm Springs to Escondido, including transfers.

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

Palm Springs to Escondido bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, depart from Indian Canyon at Alejo station.

Where does the Palm Springs to Escondido bus arrive?

Palm Springs to Escondido bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at Varner at Harry Oliver station.

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Escondido?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Escondido is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Palm Springs to Escondido.

Where can I stay near Escondido?

There are 555+ hotels available in Escondido.

Palm Springs to Escondido - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 4 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Escondido by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 40m
$43–65
Drive 92.7 mi
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1. Drive from Palm Springs to Escondidocar 92.7 mi
1h 40m
$17–25
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 4
2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Escondidobus
7h

Palm Springs to Escondido by bus, train, and tram

14Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Escondido via Varner at Harry Oliver, San Bernardino Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 7h.

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