What is the cheapest way to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla?

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla?

The fastest way to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Mirage and La Jolla?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 & Rancho Las Palmas and arriving at Silverado St & Herschel Av via Town Center & Hahn, Indio Bus Station, El Centro Bus Stop and Old Town Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla?

The distance between Rancho Mirage and La Jolla is 217 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

How do I travel from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla without a car?

The best way to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 57m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla?

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rancho Mirage to La Jolla bus from?

Rancho Mirage to La Jolla bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Rancho Mirage to La Jolla bus arrive?

Rancho Mirage to La Jolla bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Centro Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Mirage to La Jolla is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla.

Where can I stay near La Jolla?

There are 2102+ hotels available in La Jolla.

Rancho Mirage to La Jolla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rancho Mirage to La Jolla by bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 57m
$68–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
8h 31m
$20–37
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Rancho Mirage to La Jollacar 118.4 mi
2h 25m
$22–32
Bus via El Centro
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
8h 21m
$32–67

Rancho Mirage to La Jolla by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Rancho Mirage, CA, USA and La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 & Rancho Las Palmas to Silverado St & Herschel Av via Town Center & Hahn, Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, El Centro Bus Stop, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Transit Center in around 8h 21m.

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