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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Springs is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Palm Springs is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Palm Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Palm Springs. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Palm Springs?

The distance between Encinitas and Palm Springs is 165 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Palm Springs without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Encinitas to Palm Springs, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Encinitas to Palm Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Encinitas to Palm Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Palm Springs is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Encinitas to Palm Springs.

Where can I stay near Palm Springs?

There are 1721+ hotels available in Palm Springs.

Encinitas to Palm Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Encinitas to Palm Springs 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 Springs Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 22m
Drive 104 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Palm Springs104 mi
2h 2m
$19–28
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 Springs Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 21m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 101 & K St to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 21m.

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