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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Merced to Tehachapi?

The distance between Merced and Tehachapi is 215 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Tehachapi without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 5h 16m and costs $60 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Merced to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Tehachapi bus from?

Merced to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

Where does the Merced to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Tehachapi is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Merced to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 15+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Merced to Tehachapi - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAbus Stockton
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride EBbus 100
5h 16m
$61–89
Drive 202.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Tehachapicar 202.3 mi
3h 25m
$37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride EBbus 100
6h 5m
$44–79

Merced to Tehachapi by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 5mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Tehachapi.

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Bakersfield, CA and GET Downtown Transit Center in around 5h 16m.

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