What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Indio?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Indio is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Indio?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Indio is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Indio?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Indio. However, there are services departing from Golden Lantern-La Cresta and arriving at Indio via Santa Ana and Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Indio?

The distance between Dana Point and Indio is 148 miles. The road distance is 119.8 miles.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Indio without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Indio without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Indio?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Dana Point to Indio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Indio bus from?

Dana Point to Indio bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Golden Lantern-La Cresta station.

Where does the Dana Point to Indio bus arrive?

Dana Point to Indio bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Indio?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Indio is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Dana Point to Indio.

Where can I stay near Indio?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Indio.

Dana Point to Indio - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 90 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dana Point to Indio by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino, CA to Indio, CAbus La / ...
5h 36m
$35–57
Drive 119.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Indiocar 119.1 mi
2h 20m
$22–32
Line 90 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8bus 90
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Huntington Parkbus 2
3. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Indiobus
6h 59m
$55–111
Line 47 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Fairview-Arlington to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6bus 47
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Indio Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 33m
$35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Indio, CAbus Cbx
8h 18m
$38–61

Dana Point to Indio by bus, train, and foot

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Indio, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Golden Lantern-La Cresta to Indio via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Santa Ana, Santa Ana, and Huntington Park in around 6h 59m.

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