What is the cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Morro Bay and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Morro Bay to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Morro Bay Park and arriving at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Morro Bay to Tehachapi?

The distance between Morro Bay and Tehachapi is 327 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Morro Bay to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 11h 36m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 11h 36m to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morro Bay to Tehachapi bus from?

Morro Bay to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Morro Bay to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Morro Bay to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Morro Bay to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Morro Bay to Tehachapi is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Morro Bay to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 19+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Morro Bay to Tehachapi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Morro Bay to Tehachapi by bus (Amtrak), 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 36m
$103–169
Drive 171.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Morro Bay to Tehachapicar 171.2 mi
3h 14m
$32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Glendale Amtraktrain
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride WBbus 100
12h 56m
Train, bus via Santa Barbara (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 37m
$103–179
Bus via Santa Maria
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus
12h 31m
$76–114

Morro Bay to Tehachapi by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 31mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325 mi
Duration: 11h 36m

What companies run services between Morro Bay, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Morro Bay Park to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, San Luis Obispo, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 11h 36m.

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