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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Ridgecrest is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Lompoc and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Lompoc and Ridgecrest is 340 miles. The road distance is 247.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Ridgecrest without a car is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 32m to get from Lompoc to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Ridgecrest bus from?

Lompoc to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Lompoc station.

Where does the Lompoc to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

Lompoc to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Pacific Oaks station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Ridgecrest is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Lompoc to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 23+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Lompoc to Ridgecrest by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.230
10h 32m
Drive 246.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Ridgecrest246.2 mi
4h 48m
$45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Burbank
3. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Lancaster
4. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.250 / ...
5. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.230
11h 43m
$64–76

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 338 mi
Duration: 10h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Lompoc to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Hollister at Pacific Oaks, Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, and Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. in around 10h 32m.

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