What is the cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Coachella?

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Coachella is to line 101 bus and train and bus which costs $19 - $28 and takes 8h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Del Mar to Coachella?

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Coachella is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Del Mar and Coachella?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to Coachella. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at Cesar Chavez at Ave 50 via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Town Center at Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Coachella?

The distance between Del Mar and Coachella is 236 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

How do I travel from Del Mar to Coachella without a car?

The best way to get from Del Mar to Coachella without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 43m and costs $55 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Del Mar to Coachella?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Del Mar to Coachella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Del Mar to Coachella bus from?

Del Mar to Coachella bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Del Mar to Coachella bus arrive?

Del Mar to Coachella bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Coachella?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Coachella is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Del Mar to Coachella.

Where can I stay near Coachella?

There are 1189+ hotels available in Coachella.

Del Mar to Coachella - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Del Mar to Coachella by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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 Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus StationFlixBus 2054
7h 43m
$56–85
Line 101 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtown
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy10
8h 52m
$20–28
Train, bus via Fontana
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontana
3. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Station
8h 59m
$86–112
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to Coachella121.2 mi
2h 35m
$23–32
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 12m

Del Mar to Coachella by bus, train, and foot

6Weekly Services

7h 43mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Del Mar to Coachella.

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Distance: 234.6 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Del Mar, CA, USA and Coachella, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Cesar Chavez at Ave 50 via Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Town Center at Hahn in around 8h 12m.

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