What is the cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Tijuana to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Tijuana and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, Calexico Bus Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Palm Desert?

The distance between Tijuana and Palm Desert is 224 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert without a car is to bus via Mexicali which takes 7h 15m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Palm Desert bus from?

Tijuana to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, depart from Tijuana station.

Where does the Tijuana to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Tijuana to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Autobuses ABC, arrive at Mexicali station.

Can I drive from Tijuana to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Palm Desert is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Tijuana to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2404+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Tijuana to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Bus via Mexicali
best
1. Take the bus from Tijuana to Mexicalibus
2. Take the bus from Calexico Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0850
7h 15m
$36–62
Drive 137 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tijuana to Palm Desertcar 137 mi
2h 41m
$25–37
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 46m
$51–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tijuana Línea, B.C. to San Bernardinobus Lxus 2101
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
8h 45m
$37–51
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Indio, CAbus Cbx
8h 49m
$68–99

Tijuana to Palm Desert by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Tijuana to Palm Desert.

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Distance: 222.8 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tijuana to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Mexicali, Central de Autobuses de Mexicali, C. José Azueta y Blvr. López Mateos, Calexico Bus Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 7h 15m.

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