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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from New Carrollton to Palm Springs. Traveling by bus from New Carrollton to Palm Springs usually takes around 66 hours and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 2217 mi (3567 km) |
| Shortest duration | 66h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $229.95 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from New Carrollton to Palm Springs?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Carrollton to Palm Springs. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 2d 18h 26m | $229.95 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from New Carrollton to Palm Springs every day, with the average journey taking around 66 hours and 26 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Palm Springs usually start from $230.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 66 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 2217 miles from New Carrollton to Palm Springs. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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 New Carrollton to Palm Springs. It leaves the station in New Carrollton at 9:00pm 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 New Carrollton to Palm Springs. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New Carrollton to Palm Springs; ticket prices start at $350.00.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Palm Springs
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Palm Springs is a desert resort city in California defined by its ultra-cool midcentury modern buildings and aesthetics. Travelers seeking relaxation flock to Palm Springs' stylish hotels and resorts like the Caliente Tropic Resort, spas like The Well Spa, hot springs like the Azure Palm Hot Springs, and the city's many palm tree-lined golf courses. History and art buffs can check out the Palm Springs Art Museum, Cabazon Dinosaurs, and Cabot's Pueblo Museum. Trivia break! Can you guess which president had a home in Palm Springs?
Explore the desert environment by meeting some locals at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens or trot through the Indian Canyons on horseback. Outdoor enthusiasts can discover trails for hiking, walking, and mountain biking in the desert city. Palm Canyon Drive, a cultural strip downtown, offers upscale dining and exciting nightlife, from resort restaurants to taverns and lounges.
Visit this chic resort city by train on the Amtrak Texas Eagle or Amtrak Sunset Limited. You can take a bus to Palm Springs on one of FlixBus' routes from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Riverside, and more. The Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is easy to reach, only two miles from downtown.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: 4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
Most buses depart from the main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
Where does the bus arrive in Palm Springs?
Main arrival station: 6600 N Indian Canyon Dr
All buses from New Carrollton arrive at one main station in Palm Springs.
All bus stations in Palm Springs:
6600 N Indian Canyon Dr
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