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Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert

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Rancho Santa Margarita, United States of America → Palm Desert, United States of America

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Three ways to Travel from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert

Composite routes from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert

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Other

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Other from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Bus operators

OCTA

Phone:
+1 714-560-6282
Website:
octa.net
Other from Santa Margarita-Avd Empresa to Paseo
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.16
Other from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-East
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.18
Other from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $19.57 - $30.43 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $19.57 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Rancho Santa Margarita and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Santa Margarita-Avd Empresa and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-East Shuttle Area and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert?

The distance between Rancho Santa Margarita and Palm Desert is 228 km. The road distance is 184 km.

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

The best way to get from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert without a car is to line 89 bus and line 83 bus and line 43 bus and bus which takes 5h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Santa Margarita-Avd Empresa station.

Where does the Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Paseo De Valencia-Calle De Los Caballeros station.

Can I drive from Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Rancho Santa Margarita to Palm Desert is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Rancho Santa Margarita 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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