What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Tehachapi?

The distance between El Cajon and Tehachapi is 266 miles. The road distance is 225.7 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 55m and costs .

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Tehachapi bus from?

El Cajon to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Cajon to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Cajon to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Tehachapi is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from El Cajon to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

El Cajon to Tehachapi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from El Cajon to Tehachapi by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, 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 San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 55m
Drive 224.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Tehachapi224.4 mi
4h 9m
$41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 15m
$58–172
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Downtown
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 24m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 264.3 mi
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Bakersfield Train Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 10h 15m.

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