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

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Needles to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Needles to Tehachapi?

The distance between Needles and Tehachapi is 432 miles. The road distance is 233.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needles to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus via Paradise which takes 10h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 53m to get from Needles to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Can I drive from Needles to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Tehachapi is 233 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Needles to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Needles to Tehachapi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Needles to Tehachapi by 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.

Train, bus via Paradise (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Needles Amtrak to Kingman
2. Take the bus from Kingman to South Strip Transit Terminal
3. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop
10h 53m
Drive 231.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Needles to Tehachapi231.9 mi
3h 47m
$43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Needles Amtrak to Victorville Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Victorville Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
4. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
11h 57m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Needles Amtrak to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
13h 13m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 429.1 mi
Duration: 10h 53m

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

There is no direct connection from Needles to Tehachapi. However, you can take the train to Kingman, walk to Kingman, take the bus to South Strip Transit Terminal, then take the bus to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can take a train from Needles Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Victorville Amtrak, Victorville Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, L.A. Union Station, Lancaster, and MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. in around 11h 57m.

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