Cities Near Palm Springs
Cities near Palm Springs, California: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Cathedral City, Indio, Hemet. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Palm Springs, California is Cathedral City, about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral City | 6 mi / 9 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Indio | 20 mi / 33 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hemet | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yucaipa | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Menifee | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Redlands | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Moreno Valley | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Temecula | 42 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lake Elsinore | 46 mi / 75 km | 1 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Colton | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Palm Springs
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Cathedral City, Indio, Hemet, Yucaipa, Menifee. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Palm Springs include Cathedral City, Indio, Hemet, Yucaipa, Menifee. The closest is Cathedral City, about 6 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.