What is the cheapest way to get from Needles to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Palmdale is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Needles to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Needles to Palmdale is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Needles and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Needles station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Needles Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Needles to Palmdale?

The distance between Needles and Palmdale is 356 miles. The road distance is 225.6 miles.

How do I travel from Needles to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from Needles to Palmdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 33m and costs $55 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Needles to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 9h 33m to get from Needles to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Needles to Palmdale train from?

Needles to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Needles Station.

Where does the Needles to Palmdale train arrive?

Needles to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Needles to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Palmdale is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Needles to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 62+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Needles to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Needles to Palmdale by train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Victorville Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from Victorville Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
9h 33m
$56–144
Drive 224.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Palmdalecar 224.3 mi
3h 51m
$41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Needles Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
10h 49m
$58–351

Needles to Palmdale by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

9h 33mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 353.4 mi
Duration: 9h 33m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Needles Station to Palmdale Station via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 10h 49m.

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