What is the cheapest way to get from California to Ridgecrest?

The cheapest way to get from California to Ridgecrest is to train and bus which costs $20 - $28 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Ridgecrest?

The fastest way to get from California to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between California and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from California to Ridgecrest?

The distance between California and Ridgecrest is 171 miles. The road distance is 144.9 miles.

How do I travel from California to Ridgecrest without a car?

The best way to get from California to Ridgecrest without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $20 - $28.

How long does it take to get from California to Ridgecrest?

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from California to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Ridgecrest bus from?

California to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the California to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

California to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from California to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Ridgecrest is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from California to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 26+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

California to Ridgecrest - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from California to Ridgecrest by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
2. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 230
6h 29m
$21–27
Drive 144 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Ridgecrestcar 144 mi
2h 52m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
3. Take the bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 227
7h 48m
$65–73

California to Ridgecrest by train and bus

9Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Ridgecrest.

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between California, USA and Ridgecrest, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 7h 48m.

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