What is the cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert is to train and bus via San Bernardino which costs $17 - $25 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Solana Beach and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Solana Beach station to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

The distance between Solana Beach and Palm Desert is 182 miles. The road distance is 104.9 miles.

How do I travel from Solana Beach to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solana Beach to Palm Desert bus from?

Solana Beach to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Solana Beach to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Solana Beach to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Solana Beach to Palm Desert is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Solana Beach to Palm Desert.

How do I get a bus ticket from Solana Beach to Palm Desert?

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Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2274+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Solana Beach to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Solana Beach to Palm Desert by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 20m
$60–105
Train, bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
8h 34m
$18–25
Drive 104.3 mi
1. Drive from Solana Beach to Palm Desertcar 104.3 mi
2h 18m
$19–28
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 50m
$63–94

Solana Beach to Palm Desert by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Solana Beach, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 5h 50m.

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