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How to Travel from

Salinas to Palm Desert

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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:
$44.65–$62.51
Bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$53.58

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.57–$102.05

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.48–$57.41

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:
$30.62–$108.43
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$58.68
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.03–$58.68

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from Gilroy to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.17–$48.48

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Gilroy to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.16–$102.05

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from N Main / Rossi to Meridian
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$2.42–$3.32

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$586.82

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:
$30.62–$242.38

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$484.76

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:
$165.84–$599.57
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$701.63
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.68–$369.95

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

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:
$43.37–$165.84
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$82.92
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
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:
$10.21–$14.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Palm Desert is to bus which costs $34.78 - $184.78 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Palm Desert is to line 29 bus and shuttle and fly which takes 7h and costs $239.13 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas station to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Salinas Train Station and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Salinas to Palm Desert?

The distance between Salinas and Palm Desert is 751 km. The road distance is 678.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 11h 2m and costs $34.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 2m to get from Salinas to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Salinas to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Salinas and Palm Desert?

It is currently 00:13 at both, Salinas and Palm Desert.

Can I drive from Salinas to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Palm Desert is 679 km. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Salinas to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Palm Desert. Prices start at $47.13 per night.
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