What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Tehachapi?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Tehachapi?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Riverside to Tehachapi?

The distance between Riverside and Tehachapi is 211 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Tehachapi without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Tehachapi?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Riverside to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Tehachapi bus from?

Riverside to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Riverside to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Tehachapi is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Riverside to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

Riverside to Tehachapi - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Riverside to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
6h 35m
Drive 129.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Tehachapi129.1 mi
2h 32m
$24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. 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
6h 54m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 210.1 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Riverside to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 6h 35m.

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