What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between San Diego State University and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego State University station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from SDSU Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from San Diego State University to Palmdale?

The distance between San Diego State University and Palmdale is 203 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego State University to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego State University to Palmdale train from?

San Diego State University to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Where does the San Diego State University to Palmdale train arrive?

San Diego State University to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from San Diego State University to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego State University to Palmdale is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from San Diego State University to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 60+ hotels available in Palmdale.

San Diego State University to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Diego State University to Palmdale by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 16m
$49–96
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2006 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 49m
$30–48
Drive 167.6 mi
1. Drive from San Diego State University to Palmdalecar 167.6 mi
3h 4m
$31–45

San Diego State University to Palmdale by foot, tram, and train

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between San Diego State University, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from San Diego State University to Palmdale Station via SDSU Station, Old Town Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 16m.

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