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

The cheapest way to get from Hemet to Ridgecrest is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hemet to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Hemet to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Hemet and Ridgecrest is 268 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hemet to Ridgecrest without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 11h 15m to get from Hemet to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemet to Ridgecrest bus from?

Hemet to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Hemet to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hemet to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemet to Ridgecrest is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Hemet to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 26+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Hemet and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemet to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Florida + Alessandro and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Perris Transit Center, Riverside, Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Perris - Downtown 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 Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.bus 250 / ...
4. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 230
11h 15m
$30–42
Drive 156.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hemet to Ridgecrestcar 156.8 mi
2h 48m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside 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
12h 50m

Hemet to Ridgecrest by bus and train

9Weekly Services

11h 15mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hemet to Ridgecrest.

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Distance: 266.2 mi
Duration: 11h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Florida + Alessandro to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Perris Transit Center, Vine St. Mobility Hub, Riverside, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 12h 50m.

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