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Carmel to Palm Desert

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7 h 34 min
713 km.
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Eleven ways to Travel from Carmel to Palm Desert

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Cheapest
By car (713 km)
7 h 34 min
713 km.
from $39
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Rideshare
7 h 34 min
713 km.
from $9.30
Bus, Plane (Line 5 bus)
7 h 49 min
591 km.
from $439.24
Bus
13 h 48 min
592 km.
from $134.09
Train, bus via Fontana
15 h 34 min
592 km.
from $207
Bus, Plane (Line 5 bus)
9 h 14 min
591 km.
from $414.67
Bus, Plane (Fly Monterey Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport)
10 h 1 min
591 km.
from $10.87
Bus, Train
16 h 19 min
591 km.
from $65.60
Train, Bus (Train)
16 h 35 min
592 km.
from $156.37
Train, Bus (Train)
16 h 59 min
592 km.

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$46.74

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.70–$86.96

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.00–$59.78
Bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.78–$70.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Salinas Train Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.17–$92.39
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$52.17
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$52.17

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Milpitas
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.99–$2.46

Sunline Transit

Phone:
+1 760-343-3451
Website:
sunline.org/
Bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Hwy
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.50–$0.99

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Rio Rd / Crossroads to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$2.83

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$478.26
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$402.17

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$28.26–$206.52

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$423.91

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$521.74
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$282.61

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to Los
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$141.30
Bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96
Train from L. A. Union Station station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$13.04

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Milpitas to Coliseum
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.00–$7.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Palm Desert is to bus and train which costs $42.39 - $119.57 and takes 16h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 7h 34m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / Crossroads and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas Train Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 48m.

How far is it from Carmel to Palm Desert?

The distance between Carmel and Palm Desert is 805 km. The road distance is 713.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 13h 48m and costs $40.22 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Carmel to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Carmel to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Salinas Train Station.

Where does the Carmel to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Carmel to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Palm Desert is 714 km. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Carmel to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2214+ hotels available in Palm Desert. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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