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How to get fromRancho Mirage to Julianby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rancho Mirage to Julian by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus
    2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train
    3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78bus bus 891
    10h 47m
    $70–136

  2. Drive, bus

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Rancho Mirage to Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rdcar car
    2. Take the bus from Christmas Circle & Palm Canyon Rd to Washington St & Hwy 78bus bus 891
    2h 27m
    $16–25

  3. Drive 88.2 mi

    1. Drive from Rancho Mirage to Juliancar car 88.2 mi
    1h 59m
    $17–24

Rancho Mirage to Julian by bus, train, and tram

Calendar1Weekly Services
Duration10h 47mAverage Duration
Ticket$70Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 270 mi
  • Duration: 10h 47m

What companies run services between Rancho Mirage, CA, USA and Julian, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Rancho Mirage to Julian. However, you can take the line 1 bus to Town Center & Hahn, walk to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop, take the bus to Fullerton Amtrak Station, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the train to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, walk to Old Town Station, take the vehicle to El Cajon Station, walk to El Cajon Transit Center, then take the bus to Washington St & Hwy 78. Alternatively, you can drive from Rancho Mirage to Julian in around 1h 59m.

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