Bus Palm Desert to San Diego: Trip Overview
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Based on 5081 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$40.00
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Palm Desert to San Diego Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Palm Desert - San Diego
How long does it take to get to San Diego from Palm Desert by bus?
The typical travel time from Palm Desert to San Diego by bus is around 5h 52m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Diego in about 5h 38m.
What is the distance between Palm Desert and San Diego?
The distance covered from Palm Desert to San Diego is 135 km (84 miles).
What is the cheapest way to go from Palm Desert to San Diego?
The least expensive option to go from Palm Desert to San Diego would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$40, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much is the bus from Palm Desert to San Diego?
The bus fare from Palm Desert to San Diego is approximately US$40.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Palm Desert to San Diego was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of US$37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palm Desert to San Diego, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$52 for a bus ticket from Palm Desert to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-05-01.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Palm Desert and San Diego!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Palm Desert to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Palm Desert to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Palm Desert to San Diego.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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