What is the cheapest way to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Wheeler Ridge and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Laval Road & Wheeler Ridge Road and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Bakersfield, Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert?

The distance between Wheeler Ridge and Palm Desert is 230 miles. The road distance is 204.4 miles.

How do I travel from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $45 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert bus from?

Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2509+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert by car, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus (Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Drive, train, bus
best
1. Drive from Wheeler Ridge to Santa Clarita
2. Take the train from Santa Clarita to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontana
4. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Station
8h
$68–94
Drive 203.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert203.2 mi
3h 32m
$38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
8h 15m
$50–159
Bus via Los Angeles (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus StationFlixBus 2054
8h 40m
$50–149
Bus via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 2m

Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

8h 15mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wheeler Ridge to Palm Desert.

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Distance: 229.1 mi
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Wheeler Ridge, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Laval Road & Wheeler Ridge Road to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via McKee @ Kern Delta Park & Ride, Bakersfield, Los Angeles Union Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 8h 15m.

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