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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to Palm Desert

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.55–$54.85

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:
$10.21–$102.05

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.48–$53.58
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$61.23

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$1,020.55

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$280.65–$612.33

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$280.65–$1,211.90
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$1,020.55

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$204.11–$701.63

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05
Train from Santa Barbara to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$95.68
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:
$10.84–$14.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop 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 6h 37m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Palm Desert is 376 km. The road distance is 347.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $18.48 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Palm Desert bus from?

Santa Barbara to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs $18.48 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $195.65 - $869.57 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Palm Desert is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Santa Barbara to Palm Desert.

Which airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport to Palm Springs International Airport Airport?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines offer flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airport to Palm Springs International Airport Airport.

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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