What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from El Monte to Joshua Tree?

The distance between El Monte and Joshua Tree is 167 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Joshua Tree without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 4h 57m and costs $150 - $190.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Can I drive from El Monte to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Joshua Tree is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from El Monte to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 651+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

El Monte to Joshua Tree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree by bus, car, train, or taxi

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

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Indio, CAbus La
2. Drive from Indio, CA to Joshua Treecar
3h 8m
$41–74
Drive 114.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Monte to Joshua Treecar 114.7 mi
2h 1m
$21–31
Train, drive
1. Take the train from El Monte to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Drive from Redlands - University to Joshua Treecar
3h 30m
$26–38
Train, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from El Monte to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Walmartbus
3. Take the taxi from Casino Morongo to Joshua Treetaxi
4h 57m
$151–190

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from El Monte to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from El Monte to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the bus to Indio, CA then drive to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can take a train from El Monte to Joshua Tree via San Bernardino - Downtown and Redlands - University in around 3h 30m.

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