What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at Desert Hot Springs via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Palm Springs Station via Pomona Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Riverside and Desert Hot Springs is 65 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to line 1 bus and bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Magnolia + Sunnyside station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train from?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs is to line 1 bus and bus which takes 3h 17m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $100 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at UCR at Bannockburn Village station.

Where does the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train arrive?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Pomona - Downtown station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Desert Hot Springs is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs.

How do I get a bus ticket from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

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Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 1 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to UCR at Bannockburn Villagebus 1
2. Take the bus from Riverside to Desert Hot Springsbus FlixBus 2055
3h 17m
$45–64
Drive 57 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Desert Hot Springscar 57 mi
1h 4m
$11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Pomona - Downtowntrain RIV Line
2. Take the train from Pomona Amtrak to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
3h 47m
$62–100

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Distance: 64.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to Desert Hot Springs via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, and Desert Hot Springs in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Desert Hot Springs via Pomona - Downtown, Pomona Amtrak, and Palm Springs Station in around 3h 47m.

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