What is the cheapest way to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Silver Lake and Joshua Tree is 185 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Can I drive from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Silver Lake to Joshua Tree is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 465+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Silver Lake to Joshua Tree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree by bus, car, or train

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 via 6th / Hill
best
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Indiobus San Jose / ...
2. Drive from Indio to Joshua Treecar
4h 28m
$41–83
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silver Lake to Joshua Treecar 130.6 mi
2h 18m
$24–35
Train, drive
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain SB Line
2. Drive from Redlands - University to Joshua Treecar
5h 23m
$30–44
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indiobus San José
2. Drive from Indio to Joshua Treecar
4h 34m
$25–44
Bus, drive via Indio
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Drive from Indio Bus Station to Joshua Treecar
4h 41m
$29–58

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree.

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Distance: 184.3 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Silver Lake, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Silver Lake to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the line 4 bus to Hill / 5th, walk to 6th / Hill, take the line 60 bus to 7th / Maple, walk to Downtown Los Angeles, take the bus to Indio, then drive to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunset / Micheltorena to Joshua Tree via Santa Monica / Vermont, Vermont / Santa Monica Station, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, L.A. Union Station, San Bernardino - Downtown, and Redlands - University in around 5h 23m.

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