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 bus and line 4 bus and line 2 bus which costs $5 and takes 6h 40m.

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 Vine Street Mobility Hub and arriving at Palm at First St via San Bernardino Transit Center, Varner at Harry Oliver and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

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 Ontario Amtrak and arriving at Palm Springs Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Riverside and Desert Hot Springs is 95 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 train which takes 3h 19m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 Sunline Transit, depart from San Bernardino Transit Center station.

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

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ontario Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs $50 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus and line 2 bus, which costs $5 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at Varner at Harry Oliver station.

Where does the Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train arrive?

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Palm Springs 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 1445+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Desert Hot Springs by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ontario Amtrak to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
3h 19m
$53–87
Bus, line 4 bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to El Cielo at Kirk Douglasbus 4
3. Take the bus from El Cielo at Kirk Douglas to Palm at First Stbus 2
6h 40m
$5
Drive 57 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Desert Hot Springscar 57 mi
1h 4m
$11–15
Train via Ontario
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
$57–95

Riverside to Desert Hot Springs by bus

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Distance: 94.1 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ontario Amtrak to Palm Springs Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $18–40 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub to Palm at First St via San Bernardino Transit Center, Varner at Harry Oliver, and El Cielo at Kirk Douglas in around 6h 40m.

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