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Trains from Reno to Palm Springs

🚞 Embark on a scenic train journey from Reno to Palm Springs spanning a distance of 810 miles with 2 transfers along the way. The first leg takes you from Reno to Sacramento Valley aboard the California Zephyr with a travel time of approximately 5 hours and 37 minutes. 🚞 Next, catch the Coast Starlight train towards Los Angeles for a 14-hour and 23-minute ride from Sacramento Valley to Union Station. Enjoy the picturesque views as you make your way closer to sunny Palm Springs. 🚞 Finally, board the Texas Eagle train from Union Station for the final 2-hour and 36-minute stretch to reach Palm Springs. Sit back, relax, and savor the unique experience of traveling by train through diverse landscapes on your way to your Palm Springs destination.

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There are over 619 hotels to stay in Palm Springs. Prices range from $59 per night.

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  • Amtrak provides train routes from Reno to Palm Springs with two transfers along the way. The first transfer is in Emeryville, taking about 5 hours and 37 minutes on the California Zephyr train. The second transfer is in Los Angeles, with a journey time of approximately 14 hours and 23 minutes on the Coast Starlight train. The final leg towards Palm Springs is on the Texas Eagle train, taking about 2 hours and 36 minutes.
  • The fastest train route between Reno and Palm Springs involves two transfers. The first transfer is in Emeryville, taking about 5 hours and 37 minutes on the California Zephyr train. The second transfer in Los Angeles on the Coast Starlight train lasts approximately 14 hours and 23 minutes. Finally, from Union Station, the Texas Eagle train takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes to reach Palm Springs.
  • There are three trains involved in the journey between Reno and Palm Springs. The first train, California Zephyr, operates from Reno to Sacramento Valley. The second train, Coast Starlight, travels from Sacramento Valley to Union Station. The final train, Texas Eagle, then takes passengers from Union Station to Palm Springs, covering a total distance of 810 miles over the course of 1 day and 16 hours.
  • The first train of the day for the journey from Reno to Palm Springs is the California Zephyr departing from Reno towards Emeryville. The departure time for this train may vary, so it's advisable to check the schedule on the Amtrak website. The last train of the day is the Texas Eagle departing from Union Station towards Palm Springs, with a journey time of about 2 hours and 36 minutes. This train typically runs in the evening or night, but exact timings should be confirmed through the official Amtrak website.
  • There are no direct train trips available each day between Reno and Palm Springs. The route includes two transfers, first in Emeryville and then in Los Angeles, before reaching Palm Springs. Passengers traveling on this route will need to make the necessary connections between the different trains operated by Amtrak to complete the journey. It is important to check the train schedules and plan the transfers accordingly for a smooth travel experience.

Will you be returning to Reno by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Palm Springs to Reno

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