What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $260 - $390 and takes 24h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree is to fly and bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $170 - $900.

How far is it from Kansas City to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Kansas City and Joshua Tree is 1332 miles. The road distance is 1468.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Joshua Tree?

Joshua Tree is 2h behind Kansas City. It is currently 7:12 PM in Kansas City and 5:12 PM in Joshua Tree.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Joshua Tree is 1468 miles. It takes approximately 24h 33m to drive from Kansas City to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 651+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Kansas City to Joshua Tree - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree by plane, 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.

Fly to Palm Springs International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane MCI - PSP
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to Yucca Valley Transit Centerbus
10h 30m
$175–860
Train, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to San Bernardinotrain Southwest Chief
2. Drive from San Bernardino to Joshua Treecar
34h 51m
$401–897
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus
3. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Joshua Treecar
34h 56m
$252–527
Drive 1,459.9 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Joshua Treecar 1,459.9 mi
24h 33m
$267–385
Fly to Ontario International Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane MCI - ONT
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
3. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Joshua Treecar
11h 28m
$266–1,176
Fly to Phoenix, bus, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MCI - PHX
2. Take the bus from Phoenix to Indio, CAbus
3. Drive from Indio, CA to Joshua Treecar
11h 22m
$296–781

Kansas City (MCI) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) flights

94Weekly Planes

6h 34mAverage Duration

$177Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kansas City to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 1,324.7 mi
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Kansas City to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the line 229 bus to Kci Airport Terminal C, walk to Kansas City (MCI) airport, fly to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), walk to Palm Springs Airport, take the bus to Yucca Valley Transit Center, then take the line 1 bus to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kansas City to Joshua Tree via San Bernardino in around 34h 51m.

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