Palm Springs, CA, USA to Laguna Beach, CA, USA from $18: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Palm Springs to Laguna Beach: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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163 kmDistance

1h 48m Fastest

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Palm Springs - Laguna Beach operators

Explore transport companies operating between Palm Springs and Laguna Beach, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Bus

Contact phone

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website

flixbus.com

Bus from Palm Springs Downtown to Los Angeles Downtown

Average Duration

1h 50m

Estimated price

$11-479

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

amtrak.com

Bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station

Average Duration

2h 15m

Estimated price

$0-0

Contact phone

+1 714-560-6282

Website

octa.net

Bus from Harbor-East Shuttle Area to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6

Average Duration

53m

Estimated price

$1580-1580

Bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Fairview-Arlington

Average Duration

1h 13m

Estimated price

$1580-1580

Train

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

amtrak.com

Train from Los Angeles to Irvine

Average Duration

1h 1m

Estimated price

$1-65

Train from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station

Average Duration

2h 15m

Estimated price

$0-0

Palm Springs to Laguna Beach: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Palm Springs and Laguna Beach offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🌴 Begin your journey from Palm Springs and drive west towards Laguna Beach, covering a scenic distance of 101 miles in just under 2 hours. The route offers breathtaking desert landscapes transitioning into coastal views along the way. 🚗 Enjoy a smooth drive as you cruise along highways, with the cost of gas ranging from $18 to $27 for a one-way trip. Make sure to take breaks at rest stops to stretch your legs and grab some snacks to keep you energized for the road ahead.

Average price

$18 - $27

🚌 Although there is no direct bus service from Palm Springs to Laguna Beach, you can still reach your destination by taking a series of transfers. The journey will take approximately 5 hours and 8 minutes. 🌴 Start your trip by boarding the bus at Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and make your way to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1. From there, transfer to the Harbor-East Shuttle Area before reaching your final destination at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 3. 🌊 Once you arrive at Laguna Beach Bus Station, you'll have completed a scenic 5-hour bus journey from Palm Springs.

Departure Point

Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop station

Arrival Point

Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 6 station

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Palm Springs and Laguna Beach is 119.1 km. The typical travel time by car is approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 163.3 km. If traveling by bus, it takes around 3 hours and 39 minutes.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Palm Springs to Laguna Beach would be to drive. It takes approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes to drive the distance of about 163.3 km, and the cost is around $18 to $27 for fuel and tolls. Additionally, driving allows for more flexibility and the ability to explore other attractions and destinations along the way.

To get from Palm Springs to Laguna Beach without using public transportation, you can drive the distance of approximately 162.5 km. The driving time is about 1 hour and 48 minutes, and the cost of fuel for the journey would be between $18 and $27, depending on the vehicle's fuel efficiency and gas prices.

The best way to travel from Palm Springs to Laguna Beach without a car is by taking a bus. The bus journey takes approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes.

There is no direct link between Palm Springs and Laguna Beach by bus. However, there are bus services available with transfers that can take approximately 5 hours and 9 minutes to reach Laguna Beach from Palm Springs. The journey involves transferring at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 1, Harbor-East Shuttle Area, and Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 3.

There are more than 533 hotels available near Laguna Beach. Prices for these hotels start at $60 per night. Some popular options include The Ranch at Laguna Beach and Surf & Sand Resort.