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Fullerton to La Quinta Bus Schedule
Bus from Fullerton to La Quinta: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Fullerton to La Quinta. Traveling by bus from Fullerton to La Quinta usually takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 94 mi (151 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 50m |
| Cheapest price | €5.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Fullerton to La Quinta?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fullerton to La Quinta. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 2h 50m | €5.99 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Fullerton to La Quinta start at €6. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fullerton to La Quinta
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 94 miles from Fullerton to La Quinta. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Fullerton to La Quinta. It leaves the station in Fullerton at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Fullerton to La Quinta. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Fullerton to La Quinta; ticket prices start at €10.27.
City Information
Fullerton
Fullerton was founded in 1887 and is roughly 22 miles from Los Angeles. The area around Fullerton was the original California orange growing zone due to its great Mediterranean environment. The nightlife in downtown Fullerton is well-known, plus there are around 50 parks in the city, including the famed Fullerton Arboretum, which features 26 acres of uncommon and rare species as well as sculpted gardens.
Fullerton has some of the best art museums in the country, including Muckenthaler Art and Cultural Center and the Clayes Performing Arts Center. You can also experience amazing lakes such as the Laguna Lake Park.
If you're a beer-lover, visit the Bootleggers Brewery. Founded in 2008 by home brewer and beer enthusiast Aaron Barkenhagen, Bootleggers Brewery is one of Orange County's largest artisan breweries.
As for transportation, Amtrak and Fullerton Metrolink are the two best train stations in Fullerton serviced by Amtrak's Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner. These Amtrak lines connect from Los Angeles, Bakersfield, and even as far away as Chicago. For buses, Amtrak Thruway comes from Santa Ana, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Riverside to Fullerton. The nearest airport is Long Beach Airport, which is only 14 miles away from the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Fullerton?
Main departure station: 120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr
Most buses depart from the main station in Fullerton.
All bus stations in Fullerton:
120 East Santa Fe Ave - Fullerton Transp Ctr
Where does the bus arrive in La Quinta?
Main arrival station: 78822 Hwy 111
All buses from Fullerton arrive at one main station in La Quinta.
All bus stations in La Quinta:
78822 Hwy 111
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