What is the cheapest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Foothill Ranch and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Market-Portola and arriving at Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-East Shuttle Area and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert?

The distance between Foothill Ranch and Palm Desert is 132 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert bus from?

Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Market-Portola station.

Where does the Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Paseo De Valencia-Calle De Los Caballeros station.

Can I drive from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 177 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert by bus (Amtrak) or car

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

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 17m
Drive 106.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Foothill Ranch to Palm Desert106.4 mi
1h 54m
$20–29
Line 177 bus, line 83 bus, line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market-Portola to Paseo De Valencia-Calle De Los Caballeros177
2. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-East Shuttle Area83
3. Take the bus from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 243 / ...
4. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop
6h 1m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop once daily, and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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