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Compare bus and flight for Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
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$20 Average price Cheapest | $372 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport:
A bus is $353 (€289) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport costing on average $372 (€305).
Other travel options to Palm Springs International Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 43m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:10 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2h50 | 8:00 PM Palm Springs International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport
Buses from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
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FAQs: Bus from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palm Springs International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport
Most Union Station, Los Angeles, CA to Palm Springs International Airport buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Indio, Indio Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Union Station, Los Angeles, CA and Palm Springs International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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