What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs $80 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

The distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Palm Desert is 122 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert bus from?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) station.

Bus or fly from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

The best way to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs $80 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $90 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert bus services, operated by LAX FlyAway, arrive at Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza.

Can I drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2527+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Can I share a ride from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Los Angeles Airport (LAX) and Palm Desert. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert - 7 ways to travel via train

There are 7 ways to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, rideshare, car, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)LAX - PSP
1h 24m
$83–329
Drive 133.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert133.7 mi
2h 26m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus PlazaLAX FlyAway-LAX2US
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
5h 17m
$34–89
Train, bus
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to FontanaSB Line
2. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus StationHuntington Park
7h 14m
$59–79
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Los Angeles-LAX to Palm Desert133.7 mi
2h 26m
Bus via Los Angeles Downtown
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus PlazaLAX FlyAway-LAX2US
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus StationFlixBus 2054
5h 42m
$34–79
Bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus PlazaLAX FlyAway-LAX2US
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 4m

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert by bus and foot

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Map of how to get from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Palm Desert.

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Los Angeles Airport (LAX), USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza, Los Angeles Union Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 5h 17m.

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