What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Forest and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Forest to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Tehachapi?

The distance between Lake Forest and Tehachapi is 170 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Forest to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Tehachapi bus from?

Lake Forest to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Irvine station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Tehachapi is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Lake Forest to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lake Forest to Tehachapi by train, bus, bus (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 Irvine to L.A. 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
6h 34m
Drive 144.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Tehachapi144.6 mi
3h 2m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Irvine to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
7h 5m
Train, bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from Irvine 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
6h 35m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Lake Forest, Orange County, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Irvine to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 7h 5m.

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