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

The cheapest way to get from Idyllwild to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Idyllwild to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Idyllwild to Tehachapi?

The distance between Idyllwild and Tehachapi is 245 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Idyllwild to Tehachapi without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 8h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Idyllwild to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Can I drive from Idyllwild to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Idyllwild to Tehachapi is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Idyllwild to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Idyllwild to Tehachapi by taxi, train, bus, 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.

Taxi, train, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Idyllwild to Perris - South
2. Take the train from Perris - South to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
4. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
8h 24m
Drive 171.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Idyllwild to Tehachapi171.9 mi
3h 21m
$32–46
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Idyllwild to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfield
4. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 34m

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 8h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Idyllwild to Tehachapi. However, you can take the taxi to Perris - South, take the train to L.A. Union Station, take the train to Lancaster, walk to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., then take the bus to Tehachapi Park & Ride. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Cabazon Amtrak Bus Stop, take the bus to Fullerton Amtrak Station, take the bus to Bakersfield, then take the bus to Tehachapi Park & Ride.

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