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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Harbor Fwy / Carson and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Olive / 5th, Los Angeles Union Station and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Carson to Tehachapi?

The distance between Carson and Tehachapi is 148 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Carson to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carson to Tehachapi bus from?

Carson to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Carson to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Carson to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Carson to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to Tehachapi is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Carson to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Carson to Tehachapi - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carson to Tehachapi by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride WBbus 100
6h 17m
Drive 114.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carson to Tehachapicar 114.9 mi
2h 30m
$21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride EBbus 100
6h 24m
$34–60

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Olive / 5th, Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion, Los Angeles Union Station, Bakersfield Train Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 6h 24m.

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