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Ten ways to Travel from Palm Desert to Palo Alto

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Cheapest
By car (765 km)
7 h 59 min
765 km.
from $42
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Plane to Palo Alto (San Francisco International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
7 h 59 min
765 km.
from $9.98
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 7 min
664 km.
from $114.96
Bus via Los Angeles
13 h 3 min
664 km.
from $80.07
Bus, Train (Bus)
15 h 56 min
664 km.
from $5.43
Bus, Plane (Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport)
2 h 58 min
665 km.
from $442.99
Bus, Plane (Fly to Oakland International Airport)
4 h 29 min
665 km.
from $304.73
Bus
16 h 6 min
664 km.
from $174.02
Bus, Train (Bus)
17 h 9 min
664 km.
from $138.33

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to 612
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.98–$63.86
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.60–$56.20

Flixbus USA

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

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Los Angeles to 1642
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.25–$102.18

Hoang Express

Phone:
+1 714-839-3500
Email:
Website:
xedohoang.com/en
Bus from Chinatown Station to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.75

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.59–$562.00

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$21.71–$166.04

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$498.13

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$357.63
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.95–$383.18

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to California
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.09–$178.82
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.66–$76.64
Bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Fontana station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Palo Alto is to bus via Los Angeles which costs $59.78 - $108.70 and takes 13h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $141.30 - $423.91 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles and King & Story. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Palo Alto?

The distance between Palm Desert and Palo Alto is 730 km. The road distance is 765.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Palo Alto without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 13h 3m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Palm Desert to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Palm Desert to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $141.30 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $59.78 - $108.70 and takes 13h 3m. There are no good options to train between Palm Desert to Palo Alto.

Where does the Palm Desert to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at 612 Wall St - Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Palo Alto is 766 km. It takes approximately 7h 59m to drive from Palm Desert to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 588+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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