Weekend Drives from Palm Springs, CA
Routes
8
Avg Distance
89 mi
Avg Drive
1h 47m
Destinations
8
Palm Springs, CA sits within easy reach of 8 different destinations, all doable in a day. With 8 routes under 4 hours one way, you have options ranging from quick escapes to fuller day trips averaging 89 miles.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Palm Springs, CA — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Palm Springs, CA — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes from Palm Springs, CA that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 8 unique destinations. Average distance is about 89 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Palm Springs, CA → San Bernardino, CA
53.4 mi
1h 3m
Score: 7/10
Palm Springs, CA → Riverside, CA
56.3 mi
1h 9m
Score: 9/10
Palm Springs, CA → Fontana, CA
60.5 mi
1h 10m
Score: 7/10
Palm Springs, CA → Anaheim, CA
90.3 mi
1h 50m
Score: 9/10
Palm Springs, CA → Irvine, CA
94.5 mi
1h 53m
Score: 9/10
Palm Springs, CA → Los Angeles, CA
106.8 mi
2h 3m
Score: 9/10
Palm Springs, CA → San Diego, CA
123 mi
2h 29m
Score: 9/10
Palm Springs, CA → Chula Vista, CA
128.5 mi
2h 38m
Score: 9/10