What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Twentynine Palms?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Twentynine Palms. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at 29 Palms Transit Center via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Palm Springs Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from San Diego to Twentynine Palms?

The distance between San Diego and Twentynine Palms is 250 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Twentynine Palms without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 44m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Twentynine Palms bus from?

San Diego to Twentynine Palms bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the San Diego to Twentynine Palms bus arrive?

San Diego to Twentynine Palms bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Twentynine Palms?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Twentynine Palms is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from San Diego to Twentynine Palms.

Where can I stay near Twentynine Palms?

There are 338+ hotels available in Twentynine Palms.

San Diego to Twentynine Palms - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Diego to Twentynine Palms by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus 15
7h 44m
$77–132
Drive 158.3 mi
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1. Drive from San Diego to Twentynine Palmscar 158.3 mi
2h 55m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus 15
8h 5m
$80–114

San Diego to Twentynine Palms by train and bus

9Weekly Services

7h 44mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.1 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Twentynine Palms, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Diego to 29 Palms Transit Center via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Palm Springs Airport in around 8h 5m.

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