What is the cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Palm Desert?

The distance between Encinitas and Palm Desert is 179 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 2m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Palm Desert bus from?

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

Where does the Encinitas to Palm Desert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Encinitas to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Palm Desert is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Encinitas to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2316+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Encinitas to Palm Desert - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Encinitas to Palm Desert 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 Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 2m
Drive 101.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Palm Desert101.4 mi
2h 13m
$19–27
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
7h 1m
Train, bus via San Bernardino
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - DowntownIE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy10
8h 57m
$20–28

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177.5 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 7h 1m.

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