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 Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern and arriving at Indio, CA via 7th / Channel, El Monte Station Lower Level and El Monte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

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 54m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m 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 Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern station.

Where does the Dana Point to Indio bus arrive?

Dana Point to Indio bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at 7Th-Channel station.

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 1293+ hotels available in Indio.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Cbx
5h 54m
$37–59
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 Fullerton Amtrak Station to Indio Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 33m
$43–72
Bus via El Monte
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Golden Lantern to 7Th-Channelbus 1
2. Take the bus from 7th / Channel to El Monte Station - Lower Levelbus 577
3. Take the bus from El Monte to Indio, CAbus La
7h 17m
$32–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Indio, CAbus Cbx
8h 18m
$38–61

Dana Point to Indio by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 54mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.2 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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 Amtrak Bus Stop via Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8, Tustin, Fullerton, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 33m.

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