What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Bernardo and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Rancho Bernardo Rd & Pomerado Rd and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, San Diego and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert?

The distance between Rancho Bernardo and Palm Desert is 198 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

How do I travel from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert bus from?

Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Where does the Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at India St & C St station.

Can I drive from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2418+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert by train, bus, car, shuttle, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 21m
$50–76
Drive 97.4 mi
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1. Drive from Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desertcar 97.4 mi
1h 59m
$18–26
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Escondido, CA - 796 W Valley PKWY to San Bernardinoshuttle Cbx
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
8h 25m
$32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to India St & C Stbus 235
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus
8h 43m
$74–110

Rancho Bernardo to Palm Desert by bus, tram, and train

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7h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Rancho Bernardo, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Rancho Bernardo Rd & Pomerado Rd to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, India St & C St, San Diego, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 8h 43m.

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