What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Park-19Th and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Tehachapi is 170 miles. The road distance is 138.2 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Tehachapi bus from?

Costa Mesa to Tehachapi bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Park-19Th station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Tehachapi bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2 station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Tehachapi is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 15+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Costa Mesa to Tehachapi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride WBbus 100
6h 32m
Drive 137.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Tehachapicar 137.4 mi
3h
$26–37
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park-19Th to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus 43
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride EBbus 100
8h 44m
$50–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Disneyland Employee's Entrance to 6th / Hillbus 460
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride WBbus 100
9h 2m

Costa Mesa to Tehachapi by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 44mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Costa Mesa to Tehachapi.

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Costa Mesa, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Park-19Th to Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 8h 44m.

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