What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Palm at Buena Vista via Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station and Town Center at Hahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Encinitas and Desert Hot Springs is 171 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

How do I travel from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to train and bus via San Bernardino which takes 5h 58m and costs $45 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

The best way to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs.

Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 513+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs by train, bus, car, train (Amtrak), or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus via San Bernardino
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Palm Springs Northbus FlixBus 2054
5h 58m
$48–140
Drive 106.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springscar 106.4 mi
2h 7m
$20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 38m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Palm Springs Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
7h 11m
$80–112
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Encinitas to Desert Hot Springs.

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Encinitas, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Encinitas Station to Desert Hot Springs via Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs Station in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Palm at Buena Vista via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Town Center at Hahn in around 8h 58m.

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