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How to get fromPalm Springs to Griffith Observatoryby bus (Amtrak) or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Griffith Observatory by bus (Amtrak) or car

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  1. Bus (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    4h 44m
  2. Drive  113.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palm Springs to Griffith Observatorycar car 113.7 mi
    2h
    $20–29
  3. Bus via Vermont Cnyn Rd & Commonwealth Cnyn Dr (Amtrak)

    1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    4h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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