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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Phoenix. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at Portola and arriving at 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix via Indio Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Phoenix?

The distance between Palm Desert and Phoenix is 276 miles. The road distance is 257.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $60 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix, including transfers.

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

Palm Desert to Phoenix bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Palm Desert to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $85 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Palm Desert to Phoenix bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Phoenix bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix station.

What is the time difference between Palm Desert and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h ahead of Palm Desert. It is currently 2:10 PM in Palm Desert and 3:10 PM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Phoenix is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Palm Desert to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2717+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Palm Desert to Phoenix - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Palm Desert to Phoenix by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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 Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX)PSP - PHX
1h 41m
$132–656
Bus via Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Bus StationGreyhound US1001 / ...
6h 13m
$30–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to 2707 W McDowell Rd - PhoenixHuntington Park
5h 8m
$60–81
Drive 255.6 mi
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Phoenix255.6 mi
4h 5m
$47–68
Bus via Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train StationFlixBus 2054
8h 43m
$40–86

Palm Desert to Phoenix by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Omnibus Express operates a bus from Indio Bus Station to 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix twice daily. Tickets cost $60–80 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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