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How to get fromPalmdale to Joshua Tree National Parkby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Palmdale to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    8h 54m
    $57–83

  2. Drive 138.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palmdale to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Centercar car 138.4 mi
    2h 50m
    $26–37

Palmdale to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, and foot

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration8h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket$57Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 239.4 mi
  • Duration: 8h 54m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palmdale to Joshua Tree National Park. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Fullerton, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the bus to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, take the bus to 29 Palms Transit Center, then walk to 29 Palms Transit Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Palmdale to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center in around 2h 50m.

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