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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Tehachapi is to bus via Merced Bus Stop which costs $28 - $40 and takes 6h 5m.

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 24m 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 and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Merced to Tehachapi?

The distance between Merced and Tehachapi is 220 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 which takes 5h 55m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Merced to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Flixbus 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 24m to drive from Merced to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Merced to Tehachapi - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Tehachapi by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or bus

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 Merced to Bakersfield Train StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
5h 55m
$32–44
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
6h 5m
$29–39
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Tehachapi202.3 mi
3h 24m
$37–54
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAStockton
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
7h 1m
$44–71

Merced to Tehachapi by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 5h 55m.

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