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How to get fromSanta Clarita to Joshua Tree National Parkby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Santa Clarita to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Newhall to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to 29 Palms Transit Centerbus bus 15
    7h 46m
    $54–79

  2. Drive 171.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Clarita to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Centercar car 171.4 mi
    3h 9m
    $32–46

Santa Clarita to Joshua Tree National Park by train, bus, and foot

Calendar9Weekly Services
Duration7h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket$54Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 200.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Santa Clarita, CA, USA and Joshua Tree National Park, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Santa Clarita to Joshua Tree National Park. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Fullerton, walk to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the bus to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop, take the bus to 29 Palms Transit Center, then walk to 29 Palms Transit Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Santa Clarita to Joshua Tree Oasis Visitor Center in around 3h 9m.

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