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

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from San Diego to Tehachapi?

The distance between San Diego and Tehachapi is 253 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Diego to Tehachapi without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from San Diego to Tehachapi, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Diego to Tehachapi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Diego to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Tehachapi is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from San Diego to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 17+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

San Diego to Tehachapi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from San Diego to Tehachapi by train, bus, car, plane, 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 MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
8h 26m
Drive 221.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Diego to Tehachapi221.9 mi
4h 7m
$41–59
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 MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
8h 36m
Fly, bus
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SAN - SBA
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop
7h 52m
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
8h 50m

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

8Weekly Planes

1h 4mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Diego to Tehachapi.

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

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

You can take a bus from San Diego to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 8h 50m.

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