What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert is to bus which costs $35 - $80 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert is to fly which takes 1h 23m and costs $260 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix Airport (PHX) station to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

The distance between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Palm Desert is 275 miles. The road distance is 262.8 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert bus from?

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

The best way to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert is to fly which takes 1h 23m and costs $260 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $80 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2247+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Can I share a ride from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Phoenix Airport (PHX) and Palm Desert. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert - 6 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), rideshare, car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
1h 23m
$266–599
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
6h 36m
$36–76
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Phoenix-PHX to Palm Desertrideshare 261.3 mi
4h 15m
Drive 261.3 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desertcar 261.3 mi
4h 15m
$48–69
Bus via McDowell Rd & 27th Av
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
6h 48m
$67–87
Bus #2 (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
9h 21m
$56–91

Phoenix Airport (PHX) to Palm Desert by tram, bus, and foot

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Distance: 273 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Phoenix Airport (PHX), USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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