What is the cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest?

The cheapest way to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest is to train and bus which costs $21 - $30 and takes 8h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest?

The fastest way to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Long Beach and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Beach station to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Long Beach Bus Station and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Long Beach to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Long Beach and Ridgecrest is 246 miles. The road distance is 165.3 miles.

How do I travel from Long Beach to Ridgecrest without a car?

The best way to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest without a car is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest?

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Beach to Ridgecrest bus from?

Long Beach to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Long Beach Bus Station.

Where does the Long Beach to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

Long Beach to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Long Beach to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Beach to Ridgecrest is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Long Beach to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 24+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest by bus (Greyhound), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
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
8h 28m
$47–85
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
2. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 230
8h 34m
$22–30
Drive 164.4 mi
1. Drive from Long Beach to Ridgecrestcar 164.4 mi
3h 18m
$30–44

Long Beach to Ridgecrest by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 28mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Long Beach to Ridgecrest.

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Distance: 245 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Long Beach, CA, USA and Ridgecrest, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Long Beach Bus Station to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 8h 28m.

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