What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Inyokern?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Inyokern. However, there are services departing from Santa Monica Pier and arriving at Transit Center / 3rd Street via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Inyokern?

The distance between Santa Monica and Inyokern is 170 miles. The road distance is 142.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to Inyokern without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Inyokern bus from?

Santa Monica to Inyokern bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Monica Pier station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Inyokern bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Inyokern bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Inyokern?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Inyokern is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Santa Monica to Inyokern.

Where can I stay near Inyokern?

There are 23+ hotels available in Inyokern.

Santa Monica to Inyokern - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to Inyokern by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to LancasterAV Line
2. Take the bus from Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway to Inyokern - Ridgecrest Transit Transfer Hub, 1401 3rd Street395 Route South
6h 45m
$29–41
Drive 142.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Monica to Inyokern142.1 mi
2h 34m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Monica Pier 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
8h 31m

Santa Monica to Inyokern by tram, subway, train, and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Inyokern, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Monica Pier to Transit Center / 3rd Street via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 8h 31m.

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