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

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Malibu to Tehachapi?

The distance between Malibu and Tehachapi is 158 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Malibu to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Malibu to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Tehachapi bus from?

Malibu to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Malibu to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Alameda station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Tehachapi is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Malibu to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Malibu to Tehachapi - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 33 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Malibu to Tehachapi by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to LancasterAV Line
2. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
7h 10m
Drive 106.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Malibu to Tehachapi106.5 mi
2h 33m
$20–29
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alameda33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
8h 50m
$60–74

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Tehachapi Park & Ride via 5th / Colorado, 5th / Santa Monica, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 8h 50m.

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