What is the cheapest way to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Point Loma and Joshua Tree?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Loma to Joshua Tree. However, there are services departing from Narragansett Av & Chatsworth Bl and arriving at Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport and Yucca Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Point Loma to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Point Loma and Joshua Tree is 216 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 6h 40m and costs $190 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Loma to Joshua Tree bus from?

Point Loma to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Point Loma to Joshua Tree bus arrive?

Point Loma to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Point Loma to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Loma to Joshua Tree is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Point Loma to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Point Loma to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Point Loma to Joshua Tree by train, bus, taxi, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Train, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the taxi from Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop to Joshua Treetaxi
6h 40m
$192–275
Drive 146 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Point Loma to Joshua Treecar 146 mi
2h 41m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport to Yucca Valley Transit Centerbus 12 / ...
10h 26m
$68–130

Point Loma to Joshua Tree by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 26mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Point Loma, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Narragansett Av & Chatsworth Bl to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Broadway & Kettner Bl, San Diego, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and Yucca Valley Transit Center in around 10h 26m.

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