What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point is to bus and train via Tustin which costs $24 - $35 and takes 10h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Dana Point?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Dana Point is 236 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 23m and costs $40 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Dana Point bus from?

Ridgecrest to Dana Point bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Dana Point bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Dana Point bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr./Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Dana Point is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Ridgecrest to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 284+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Ridgecrest to Dana Point - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 23m
$41–53
Bus, train via Tustin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
10h 18m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus
10h 1m
Drive 175.4 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Dana Pointcar 175.4 mi
3h 10m
$32–47

Ridgecrest to Dana Point by bus, train, and foot

6Weekly Services

9h 23mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ridgecrest to Dana Point.

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Distance: 234.8 mi
Duration: 9h 23m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 10h 1m.

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