What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach is to bus and train which costs $23 - $35 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Long Beach. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Long Beach?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Long Beach is 200 miles. The road distance is 166.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Long Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 46m and costs $23 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Long Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Long Beach bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Long Beach is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Ridgecrest to Long Beach.

Where can I stay near Long Beach?

There are 794+ hotels available in Long Beach.

Ridgecrest to Long Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach by bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), 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
7h 46m
$23–31
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 Train Station to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallerybus
9h 18m
$23–93
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Long Beachcar 165.1 mi
3h 20m
$31–44

Ridgecrest to Long Beach by bus, train, and tram

6Weekly Services

7h 46mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ridgecrest to Long Beach.

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Long Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., Bakersfield Amtrak, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 9h 18m.

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