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How to get fromPalm Springs to Joshua Treeby bus, taxi or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to Joshua Tree by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Line 2 bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Tahquitz Canyon at Calle Encila to Mission Lakes at El Miradorbus bus 2
    2. Take the taxi from Mission Lakes at El Mirador to Joshua Treetaxi taxi
    1h 18m
    $76–96

  2. Drive 33.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palm Springs to Joshua Treecar car 33.6 mi
    45 min
    $7–9

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palm Springs to Joshua Treetaxi taxi 33.6 mi
    45 min
    $100–120

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Palm Springs to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the line 2 bus to Mission Lakes at El Mirador then take the taxi to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can drive from Palm Springs to Joshua Tree in around 45 min.

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