What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to El Monte is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to El Monte is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to El Monte station. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB and arriving at El Monte Station Upper Level via Bakersfield and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to El Monte?

The distance between Tehachapi and El Monte is 140 miles. The road distance is 112.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to El Monte without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to El Monte?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Tehachapi to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to El Monte bus from?

Tehachapi to El Monte bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB station.

Where does the Tehachapi to El Monte bus arrive?

Tehachapi to El Monte bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to El Monte is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Tehachapi to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1028+ hotels available in El Monte.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Tehachapi to El Monte by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride EB to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
4h 56m
Drive 111.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to El Montecar 111.7 mi
2h 25m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 5m
$50–85

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tehachapi to El Monte.

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to El Monte Station Upper Level via Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza E in around 5h 5m.

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