What is the cheapest way to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $340 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Sun City West and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Sun City West to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Sun City West to Palm Desert?

The distance between Sun City West and Palm Desert is 304 miles. The road distance is 253.2 miles.

How do I travel from Sun City West to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $110 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sun City West to Palm Desert bus from?

Sun City West to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix station.

Where does the Sun City West to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Sun City West to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sun City West to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Sun City West to Palm Desert is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Sun City West to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2410+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sun City West to Palm Desert by taxi, plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Sun City West to Phoenix-Airport-PHXtaxi
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
2h 8m
$344–703
Drive 251.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sun City West to Palm Desertcar 251.8 mi
4h 5m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
5h 9m
$114–144
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Glendale PNR to 24th St & Buckeye Rdbus 70
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
8h 27m
$71–117
Bus via Phoenix (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
11h
$70–107

Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) flights

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Distance: 301.9 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Sun City West, AZ, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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