What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Tehachapi?

The distance between Palm Desert and Tehachapi is 255 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi?

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

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Tehachapi bus from?

Palm Desert to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Tehachapi is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Palm Desert to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Palm Desert to Tehachapi - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Palm Desert to Tehachapi by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak 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 40m
Drive 184.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Tehachapi184.6 mi
3h 28m
$34–49
Bus, train via Fontana
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit Center
2. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
4. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 55m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Downtown
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 49m
Bus, train #3
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station 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 54m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Station
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
9h 58m
$50–141

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, Bakersfield Train Station, and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 9h 58m.

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