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Compare bus and train for Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a train costs an average of $86.
Distance: 293 miles (473 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$121 Average price | $109 Average price Cheapest |
14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 3m Average total duration Fastest 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ costing on average $121 (€99).
Other travel options to Flagstaff, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 31m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Trains from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€70) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:02, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 293 miles (473 km) distance in 13h 31m.
Distance 293 miles (473 km) |
Average train duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€70) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 13h 31m |
First train 2:02 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Flagstaff, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ
Most Palm Springs, CA to Flagstaff, AZ trains use the Palm Springs Station to Flagstaff Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Palm Springs, CA and Flagstaff, AZ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Palm Springs, CA station do trains to Flagstaff, AZ leave from?
Getting to Palm Springs Station from Palm Springs city centre
Palm Springs Station is 7 km from Palm Springs city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Palm Springs Station train station facilities and services
Palm Springs Station has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Palm Springs Station.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Palm Springs Station.
Which Flagstaff, AZ station do trains from Palm Springs, CA arrive at?
Getting to Flagstaff Amtrak from Flagstaff city centre
Flagstaff Amtrak train station facilities and services
Flagstaff Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Beaver Street Brewery, Pizzicletta
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flagstaff Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flagstaff Amtrak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flagstaff Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flagstaff Amtrak: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flagstaff Amtrak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monte Vista, Drury Inn & Suites Flagstaff, Residence Inn by Marriott Flagstaff.
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