What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar is to bus and train which costs $18 - $26 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Sylmar station. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Sylmar Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield and Van Nuys / Keswick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Sylmar?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Sylmar is 154 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Sylmar without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs $18 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Sylmar bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Sylmar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Sylmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Sylmar is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Ridgecrest to Sylmar.

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 406+ hotels available in Sylmar.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Sylmar by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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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 Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
5h 57m
$18–26
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Sylmarcar 130.9 mi
2h 21m
$24–35
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 Van Nuysbus
8h 30m

Ridgecrest to Sylmar by bus and train

6Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Sylmar, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Sylmar Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield, Van Nuys, and Van Nuys / Keswick in around 8h 30m.

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