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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Palm Desert

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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
Bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to Indio
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.92–$63.78

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:
$34.44–$114.81
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.03–$61.23

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Gilroy to Los
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$95.68

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from San Jose Diridon to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29
Bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

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–$561.30

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:
$33.17–$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–$497.52

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–$535.79
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$612.33
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$331.68

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:
$8.93–$11.48

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:
$45.92–$165.84
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$178.60
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
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 Cruz to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert is to bus which costs $43.48 - $163.04 and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert is to bus and fly which takes 6h 29m and costs $195.65 - $597.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via San Jose Diridon Station, Los Angeles Downtown and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Palm Desert is 735 km. The road distance is 737.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $43.48 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Santa Cruz to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Palm Desert is 737 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Santa Cruz 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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