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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Joshua Tree?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Joshua Tree. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport and Yucca Valley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Riverside to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Riverside and Joshua Tree is 169 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Joshua Tree bus from?

Riverside to Joshua Tree bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Joshua Tree bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Joshua Tree is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Riverside to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 651+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Riverside to Joshua Tree - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Fullertontrain
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 / ...
7h 15m
$39–71
Drive 75.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Joshua Treecar 75.4 mi
1h 27m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside 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 / ...
7h 26m
$42–78

Riverside to Joshua Tree by train and bus

14Weekly Services

7h 15mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverside to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Riverside to Hwy 62 & Park Blvd via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Palm Springs Airport, and Yucca Valley Transit Center in around 7h 26m.

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