What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Inyokern?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Inyokern is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Inyokern?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Inyokern is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Inyokern?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Inyokern. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Transit Center / 3rd Street via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

How far is it from San Diego to Inyokern?

The distance between San Diego and Inyokern is 280 miles. The road distance is 227.9 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Inyokern without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Inyokern without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Inyokern?

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from San Diego to Inyokern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Inyokern bus from?

San Diego to Inyokern bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the San Diego to Inyokern bus arrive?

San Diego to Inyokern bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Inyokern?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Inyokern is 228 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from San Diego to Inyokern.

Where can I stay near Inyokern?

There are 26+ hotels available in Inyokern.

San Diego to Inyokern - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from San Diego to Inyokern by 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway to Inyokern - Ridgecrest Transit Transfer Hub, 1401 3rd Street
8h 47m
$59–76
Drive 226.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego to Inyokern226.6 mi
3h 55m
$42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles Union Station
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway to Inyokern - Ridgecrest Transit Transfer Hub, 1401 3rd Street
8h 57m
$49–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Bakersfield
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.150
3. Take the bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Transit Center / 3rd Street227
11h 1m

San Diego to Inyokern by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Inyokern, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Diego to Transit Center / 3rd Street via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 11h 1m.

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