What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Needles?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Needles is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Needles?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Needles is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Joshua Tree to Needles?

The distance between Joshua Tree and Needles is 330 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree to Needles without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree to Needles without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 7h 29m and costs $120 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree to Needles?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Joshua Tree to Needles, including transfers.

Can I drive from Joshua Tree to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree to Needles is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Joshua Tree to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 26+ hotels available in Needles.

Joshua Tree to Needles - 2 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Joshua Tree to Needles by taxi, bus, train, 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.

Taxi, bus, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Joshua Tree to Palm Springs North
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs North to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center
3. Take the train from San Bernardino to Needles Amtrak
7h 29m
$126–302
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Needles145.4 mi
3h 2m
$27–39

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 328.3 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Joshua Tree, CA, USA and Needles, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Joshua Tree to Needles. However, you can take the taxi to Palm Springs North, take the bus to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, walk to San Bernardino Transit Center, take the bus to 2nd @ L Street, walk to San Bernardino, then take the train to Needles Amtrak. Alternatively, you can drive from Joshua Tree to Needles in around 3h 2m.

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