What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carson?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carson is to bus via San Bernardino which costs $9 - $19 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carson?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carson is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Carson?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Carson. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Harbor Fwy / Carson via Indio Bus Station and El Monte Station - Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Carson?

The distance between Palm Desert and Carson is 140 miles. The road distance is 126.8 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Carson without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Carson without a car is to bus via Anaheim which takes 5h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Carson?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Palm Desert to Carson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Carson bus from?

Palm Desert to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Carson bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Carson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Monte Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Carson?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Carson is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Palm Desert to Carson.

Where can I stay near Carson?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Carson.

Palm Desert to Carson - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Palm Desert to Carson by plane, tram, bus, bus (Amtrak), train, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly, tram, bus
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)PSP - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Harbor Freeway Station
3. Take the bus from Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Station to Harbor Fwy / Carson
2h 32m
$90–372
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy to San Bernardino Transit Center10
2. Take the bus from Montclair Transit Center to Cal State LA W707 / ...
8h 23m
$10–19
Bus via Anaheim (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 15m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit CenterEl Paso
2. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union StationSB Line
6h 54m
$60–79
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Carson126 mi
2h 16m
$23–34
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles DowntownFlixBus 2054
5h 24m
$26–45
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Monte Bus StopGreyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Harbor Fwy / CarsonMetro J Line
5h 30m
$26–38

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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Distance: 138.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Carson, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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