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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Palm Desert is to bus via Phoenix which costs $60 - $110 and takes 11h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Palm Desert is to bus and fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $330 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Downtown Ronstadt Center and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Tucson to Palm Desert?

The distance between Tucson and Palm Desert is 379 miles. The road distance is 373.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Tucson to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Tucson to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Palm Desert?

The best way to get from Tucson to Palm Desert is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $75 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $310 - $900 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Tucson to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tucson to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Palm Desert is 373 miles. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Tucson to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Tucson to Palm Desert - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Palm Desert by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
7h 52m
$76–101
Bus via Phoenix (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047 / ...
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
11h 41m
$62–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Yuma Amtraktrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the bus from Yuma County Area Transit to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0850
12h 6m
$88–198
Drive 371 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Palm Desertcar 371 mi
5h 58m
$68–98
Fly from Tucson
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane TUS - PSP
5h 7m
$315–860
Bus to Phoenix, fly
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
4h 26m
$330–796

Tucson to Palm Desert by bus and foot

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7h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 377.3 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

Omnibus Express operates a bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $75–100 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) every 4 hours.

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