What is the cheapest way to get from Tempe to Palm Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Tempe to Palm Springs is to bus via Blythe which costs $40 - $65 and takes 9h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tempe to Palm Springs?

The fastest way to get from Tempe to Palm Springs is to tram and fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $230 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Tempe and Palm Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Tempe to Palm Springs. However, there are services departing from Phoenix and arriving at Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center via Lovekin at Carl's Jr and Main Street Park And Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Tempe to Palm Springs?

The distance between Tempe and Palm Springs is 273 miles. The road distance is 279.6 miles.

How do I travel from Tempe to Palm Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Tempe to Palm Springs without a car is to tram and bus and line 11 bus and line 1 bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $65 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Tempe to Palm Springs?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Tempe to Palm Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tempe to Palm Springs bus from?

Tempe to Palm Springs bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Phoenix station.

Where does the Tempe to Palm Springs bus arrive?

Tempe to Palm Springs bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Blythe McDonalds station.

Can I drive from Tempe to Palm Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Tempe to Palm Springs is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Tempe to Palm Springs.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tempe to Palm Springs?

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Where can I stay near Palm Springs?

There are 1751+ hotels available in Palm Springs.

Tempe to Palm Springs - 5 ways to travel via tram, plane, bus, and line 11 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Tempe to Palm Springs by tram, plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from McClintock Dr/Apache Blvd to 44th St/Washingtontram
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
3h 49m
$233–653
Bus via Blythe
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Blythe McDonaldsbus El Paso / ...
2. Take the bus from Main Street Park And Ride to Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Centerbus 6
9h 33m
$44–64
Tram, bus, line 11 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the tram from McClintock Dr/Apache Blvd to Downtown Phx Hub/Washington Sttram A
2. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy to Town Center & Hahnbus 11
4. Take the bus from Town Center & Hahn to Indian Canyon at Alejobus 1
8h 6m
$68–88
Drive 278 mi
1. Drive from Tempe to Palm Springscar 278 mi
4h 30m
$51–74
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
10h 48m
$54–84

Tempe to Palm Springs by tram, bus, and foot

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.4 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Tempe, AZ, USA and Palm Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Dorsey Ln/Apache Blvd to Palm Springs - Desert Regional Medical Center via 24th St/Washington, Phoenix, Lovekin at Carl's Jr, and Main Street Park And Ride in around 9h 33m.

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