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

The cheapest way to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert is to line 108 bus and fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $110 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Gilbert and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilbert to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Elliot Rd & Gilbert Rd and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Priest Dr & Elliot Rd, Washington St & Priest Dr, 24th St & Jefferson St, Phoenix Bus Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Gilbert to Palm Desert?

The distance between Gilbert and Palm Desert is 280 miles. The road distance is 279.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $120 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert, including transfers.

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

Gilbert to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Where does the Gilbert to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Gilbert to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Gilbert and Palm Desert?

Palm Desert is 1h behind Gilbert. It is currently 7:56 AM in Gilbert and 6:56 AM in Palm Desert.

Can I drive from Gilbert to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilbert to Palm Desert is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Gilbert to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 835+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Gilbert to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and line 108 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert by taxi, bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Gilbert to 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenixtaxi
2. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
5h 9m
$126–158
Bus via Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
8h 53m
$39–94
Drive 277.5 mi
1. Drive from Gilbert to Palm Desertcar 277.5 mi
4h 30m
$51–74
Line 108 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Elliot Rd & Gilbert Rd to Elliot Rd & Priest Drbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
4h 16m
$111–486
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2054
10h 48m
$52–92

Gilbert to Palm Desert by bus and foot

39Weekly Services

8h 53mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gilbert to Palm Desert.

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Flixbus USA also services this route 6 times a week.

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