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Palm Desert to Santa Maria

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
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

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Government Center to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.19–$4.21

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$95.79–$121.34

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.59–$830.22

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.91–$830.22
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$1,021.81

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.91–$1,021.81

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Guadalupe
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.65–$127.73
Train from Los Angeles to Guadalupe
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$121.34
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 Santa Maria?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Maria is to drive which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Maria is to drive which takes 5h and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Santa Maria. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Transit Center via Indio Bus Station, Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, Los Angeles Airport, CA and Santa Maria Public Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Santa Maria?

The distance between Palm Desert and Santa Maria is 537 km. The road distance is 470.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Maria without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 46m to get from Palm Desert to Santa Maria, including transfers.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Palm Desert to Santa Maria?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Santa Maria is to bus which takes 11h 27m and costs $103.26 - $173.91 . There are no good options to train or fly between Palm Desert to Santa Maria.

Where does the Palm Desert to Santa Maria bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Santa Maria?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Santa Maria is 471 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Palm Desert to Santa Maria.

Where can I stay near Santa Maria?

There are 75+ hotels available in Santa Maria. Prices start at $58.95 per night.
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