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

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Nipomo and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Nipomo to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street and arriving at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Santa Maria Transit Center, Hollister & Kellogg and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Tehachapi?

The distance between Nipomo and Tehachapi is 288 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nipomo to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Nipomo to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Tehachapi bus from?

Nipomo to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Nipomo to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Nipomo to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Kellogg station.

Can I drive from Nipomo to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Tehachapi is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Nipomo to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 24+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Nipomo 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
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister at Kelloggbus Midday
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 40m
$70–114
Drive 149.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Tehachapicar 149.4 mi
3h 16m
$28–40
Train, bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station 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
10h 8m
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 51m
$83–159
Bus via Santa Maria Airport, CA
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 50m
$124–183

Nipomo to Tehachapi by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 40mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nipomo to Tehachapi.

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Distance: 286.2 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a bus from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Santa Maria Transit Center, Hollister & Kellogg, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 9h 40m.

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