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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Malibu is to bus and train and line 33 bus which costs $12 - $20 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Malibu is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Patsaouras Transit Plaza and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Malibu?

The distance between Palm Springs and Malibu is 146 miles. The road distance is 133.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Malibu without a car is to bus and train and tram and line 134 bus which takes 5h 57m and costs .

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

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

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

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

Where does the Palm Springs to Malibu bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Malibu is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Palm Springs to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 222+ hotels available in Malibu.

Palm Springs to Malibu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Palm Springs to Malibu by bus, train, tram, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train, tram, line 134 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Malibu Librarybus 134
5h 57m
Bus, train, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
9h 46m
$12–20
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Malibucar 133.2 mi
2h 25m
$25–36
Fly, tram, line 134 bus
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 Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
4h 50m
$156–559
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
7h 17m

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, 5th / Santa Monica, and 5th / Colorado in around 7h 17m.

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