What is the cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between La Jolla and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from La Jolla to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Silverado St & Herschel Av and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from La Jolla to Tehachapi?

The distance between La Jolla and Tehachapi is 261 miles. The road distance is 212.4 miles.

How do I travel from La Jolla to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Jolla to Tehachapi bus from?

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

Where does the La Jolla to Tehachapi bus arrive?

La Jolla to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from La Jolla to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between La Jolla to Tehachapi is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from La Jolla to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 4 ways to get from La Jolla to Tehachapi by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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 53m
Drive 211.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Jolla to Tehachapi211.2 mi
4h 13m
$39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego 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 57m
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 26m
$44–140

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 259.1 mi
Duration: 9h 53m

What companies run services between La Jolla, San Diego County, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Silverado St & Herschel Av to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, Bakersfield Train Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 10h 26m.

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