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 15m.

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 15m 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 Thompson & Branch and arriving at Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Tehachapi?

The distance between Nipomo and Tehachapi is 290 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 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m 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 Amtrak, depart from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Nipomo to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nipomo to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Tehachapi is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Nipomo to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ 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, Flixbus), train, bus, car, or bus (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
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 7m
Drive 149.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Tehachapi149.4 mi
3h 15m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Glendale Amtrak
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 8m
Bus via Santa Barbara
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at FigueroaMidday
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 39m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles Union Station
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 53m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 288.7 mi
Duration: 9h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Thompson & Branch to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Cypress & Nicholson, Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 9h 7m.

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