What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 2m and costs $160 - $550.

How far is it from Phoenix to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Phoenix and Joshua Tree is 296 miles. The road distance is 283 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree without a car is to taxi and train which takes 5h 19m and costs $200 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Joshua Tree?

Joshua Tree is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 11:05 PM in Phoenix and 10:05 PM in Joshua Tree.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Joshua Tree is 283 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Phoenix to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 649+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Phoenix to Joshua Tree - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree by bus, car, taxi, train, or plane

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

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus Stationbus El Paso
2. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Joshua Treecar
4h 17m
$72–92
Bus, drive via Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Joshua Treecar
5h 36m
$42–108
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Phoenix to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Palm Springs Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Palm Springs Station to Joshua Treetaxi
5h 19m
$204–299
Drive 281.3 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Joshua Treecar 281.3 mi
5h 4m
$52–75
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
2. Take the taxi from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Joshua Treetaxi
3h 2m
$160–540
Bus, drive via Indio
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Indiobus Guadalajara
2. Drive from Indio to Joshua Treecar
4h 58m
$61–88
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Palm Springs Northbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the taxi from Palm Springs North to Joshua Treetaxi
5h 27m
$121–196

Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) flights

52Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 294.2 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the bus to Indio Bus Station then drive to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Maricopa Amtrak, take the train to Palm Springs Station, then take the taxi to Joshua Tree.

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