What is the cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Traffic Way and arriving at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Paso Robles Amtrak Station and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Tehachapi?

The distance between Atascadero and Tehachapi is 354 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

How do I travel from Atascadero to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 10h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 10h 56m to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Tehachapi bus from?

Atascadero to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the Atascadero to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Atascadero to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Atascadero to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Tehachapi is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Atascadero to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 16+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Atascadero to Tehachapi - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Atascadero to Tehachapi by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 56m
Drive 154.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atascadero to Tehachapi154.7 mi
2h 49m
$29–41
Train, bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Glendale Amtrak
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
13h 5m
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to OxnardPacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxnard to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 22m
Train, bus via Santa Barbara (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 41m
Bus via Santa Maria
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Center10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroa
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop
12h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 351.6 mi
Duration: 10h 56m

What companies run services between Atascadero, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino Real & Traffic Way to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via North County Transit Center, Paso Robles Amtrak Station, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 10h 56m.

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