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How to Travel from

Palo Alto to Palm Desert

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to Indio
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.98–$63.86
Bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.60–$54.92

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.49–$114.95
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.05–$61.31

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.25–$102.18

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.59–$562.00

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:
$33.21–$242.68

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$498.13

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:
$166.04–$536.45
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.59–$613.09

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.30
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Santa
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.09–$178.82
Train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.66–$76.64
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:
$10.86–$14.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert is to bus which costs $46.74 - $163.04 and takes 12h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert is to Caltrain and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $97.83 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Churchill and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via 1642 Story Rd - San Jose, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 52m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Palm Desert?

The distance between Palo Alto and Palm Desert is 752 km. The road distance is 763.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 12h 47m and costs $46.74 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Palo Alto to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Palm Desert bus from?

Palo Alto to Palm Desert bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Palm Desert bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Palm Desert is 763 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Palo Alto 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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