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

The cheapest way to get from Walnut to Palm Desert is to line 61 bus and bus which costs $8 - $18 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walnut to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Valley Blvd and Lemon Ave and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via El Monte and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Walnut to Palm Desert?

The distance between Walnut and Palm Desert is 126 miles. The road distance is 99.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walnut to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $85 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Walnut to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Walnut to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where does the Walnut to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walnut to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut to Palm Desert is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Walnut to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2269+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Walnut to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 480 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Covina to Fontanatrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
4h 34m
$85–110
Line 61 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus 61
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 10
7h 28m
$9–18
Drive 99 mi
1. Drive from Walnut to Palm Desertcar 99 mi
1h 44m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Indio Bus Stationbus Huntington Park
5h 23m
$48–72
Line 480 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Temple Ave and S Campus Dr to Montclair Transit Centerbus 480
2. Take the bus from Montclair Transcenter to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
5h 52m
$22–40

Walnut to Palm Desert by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Omnibus Express operates a bus from El Monte to Indio Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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