What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Bakersfield and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Dana Point?

The distance between Tehachapi and Dana Point is 222 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point without a car is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Dana Point bus from?

Tehachapi to Dana Point bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Dana Point bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Dana Point bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Dana Point is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Tehachapi to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 243+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Tehachapi to Dana Point - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 90 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, 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 Tehachapi Park & Ride to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 43m
Drive 156.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Dana Pointcar 156.4 mi
3h 17m
$29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 17m
Bus, train, line 90 bus
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
4. Take the bus from Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 8 to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 90
8h 7m
Bus, train via Long Beach
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
9h 11m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tehachapi to Dana Point.

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Distance: 220.5 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Pacific Coast-Dana Point Harbor via Bakersfield, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 6h 43m.

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