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

The cheapest way to get from Escondido to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Escondido to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Escondido and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Escondido to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Solana Beach Amtrak Station and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Escondido to Tehachapi?

The distance between Escondido and Tehachapi is 234 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Escondido to Tehachapi without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Escondido to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Escondido to Tehachapi bus from?

Escondido to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Escondido to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Escondido to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Escondido to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Escondido to Tehachapi is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Escondido to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Escondido to Tehachapi by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oceanside Transportation Center to Los Angeles Union Station
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 19m
Drive 191.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Escondido to Tehachapi191.7 mi
3h 35m
$35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oceanside 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 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 4m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 232.2 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Hwy 101 & Plaza St, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 10h 4m.

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