What is the cheapest way to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ocean Beach and Joshua Tree?

No, there is no direct bus from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree. However, there are services departing from Cable St & Narragansett Av and arriving at Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport and Yucca Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Ocean Beach and Joshua Tree is 216 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 6h 48m and costs $180 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree bus from?

Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree bus arrive?

Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 631+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree by train, bus, taxi, car, 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.

Train, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the taxi from Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop to Joshua Treetaxi
6h 48m
$188–270
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ocean Beach to Joshua Treecar 145.4 mi
2h 39m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to Yucca Valley Transit Centerbus 12 / ...
10h 40m
$66–120

Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 40mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ocean Beach to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 214.8 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Cable St & Narragansett Av to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Broadway & Kettner Bl, San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and Yucca Valley Transit Center in around 10h 40m.

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