What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets 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 25m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Tehachapi is 302 miles. The road distance is 162.2 miles.

How do I travel from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 9h 25m to get from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Tehachapi bus from?

Pismo Beach to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Tehachapi is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pismo Beach 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 25m
Drive 161.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Tehachapi161.3 mi
3h 26m
$30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Glendale Amtrak
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 13m
Bus via Goleta
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister at KelloggMidday
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h
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
10h 11m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 300.4 mi
Duration: 9h 25m

What companies run services between Pismo Beach, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop via Cypress & Nicholson, Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 9h 25m.

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