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How to get fromPalmdale to Downeyby train, tram, car, taxi, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Palmdale to Downey by train, tram, car, taxi, or bus

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  1. Train, tram

    best
    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain train AV Line
    2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Linetram tram Metro A Line
    2h 57m
    $15–19

  2. Drive 61.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palmdale to Downeycar car 61.7 mi
    1h 27m
    $12–17

  3. Taxi, line 266 bus

    1. Take the taxi from Palmdale to Sierra Madre Villa Stationtaxi taxi
    2. Take the bus from Sierra Madre Villa Station to Lakewood / 5thbus bus 266
    2h 16m
    $165–196

Palmdale to Downey by train and tram

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration2h 57mAverage Duration
Ticket$15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 86.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Downey, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palmdale to Downey. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, walk to Union Station - Metro A-Line, take the vehicle to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro A-Line, walk to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line, then take the vehicle to Lakewood Blvd Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Palmdale to Downey in around 1h 27m.

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