What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms is to bus via Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Thousand Palms?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix to Thousand Palms. However, there are services departing from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix and arriving at Varner at Harry Oliver via Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

The distance between Phoenix and Thousand Palms is 258 miles. The road distance is 259.6 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to Thousand Palms without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $60 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Thousand Palms bus from?

Phoenix to Thousand Palms bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $60 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $430 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Phoenix to Thousand Palms bus arrive?

Phoenix to Thousand Palms bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Thousand Palms?

Thousand Palms is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 10:59 AM in Phoenix and 9:59 AM in Thousand Palms.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Thousand Palms?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Thousand Palms is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Phoenix to Thousand Palms.

Where can I stay near Thousand Palms?

There are 2340+ hotels available in Thousand Palms.

Phoenix to Thousand Palms - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Phoenix to Thousand Palms by bus, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Indio Bus StationEl Paso
4h 56m
$64–79
Bus via Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Indio Bus StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
6h 15m
$36–60
Drive 258.1 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Thousand Palms258.1 mi
4h 3m
$48–68
Fly
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)PHX - PSP
4h 11m
$61–421
Bus via Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Indio Bus StationFlixBus 2054
9h 29m
$45–61

Phoenix to Thousand Palms by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 56mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Thousand Palms, CA, USA?

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

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