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How to Travel from

Palm Desert to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to 612
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.70–$62.59
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.32–$53.65

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.55–$191.59

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–$60.03
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.93–$108.57

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Los Angeles to Gilroy
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.86–$95.79

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Monterey & 3rd to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.12–$5.62

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$8.30
Bus from Diridon Station to Water
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$8.30

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–$587.54

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:
$20.44–$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–$485.36

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.18–$370.41
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$408.72

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.30–$10.86

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:
$49.81–$178.82
Train from Los Angeles to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
8h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.43–$166.04
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
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:
$10.22–$14.05

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.13–$8.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz is to fly and bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Front via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 56m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Palm Desert and Santa Cruz is 712 km. The road distance is 739.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus which takes 12h 56m and costs $35.87 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Santa Cruz is 739 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Palm Desert to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 120+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $68.79 per night.
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