What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and La Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to La Mesa. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at University Av & Allison Av via Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Old Town Transit Center and University Av & College Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to La Mesa?

The distance between Palm Springs and La Mesa is 202 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs $60 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to La Mesa bus from?

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

Where does the Palm Springs to La Mesa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palm Springs to La Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to La Mesa is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Palm Springs to La Mesa.

Where can I stay near La Mesa?

There are 1803+ hotels available in La Mesa.

Palm Springs to La Mesa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Springs to La Mesa by bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
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 San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 57m
$62–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
8h 42m
$20–46
Bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
7h 38m
$53–87
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Palm Springs to La Mesacar 122.8 mi
2h 11m
$23–33

Palm Springs to La Mesa by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to University Av & Allison Av via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Old Town Transit Center, and University Av & College Av in around 7h 38m.

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