What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Palm Desert?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Palm Desert. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Bakersfield, Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Palm Desert?

The distance between Tehachapi and Palm Desert is 266 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Palm Desert without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Palm Desert bus from?

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

Where does the Tehachapi to Palm Desert bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Palm Desert bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Palm Desert?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Palm Desert is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Tehachapi to Palm Desert.

Where can I stay near Palm Desert?

There are 2530+ hotels available in Palm Desert.

Tehachapi to Palm Desert - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus
8h 45m
Drive 184.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Palm Desertcar 184.7 mi
3h 29m
$34–49
Bus, train via Fontana
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 Fontanatrain
4. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
10h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus
8h 52m
Bus, train via Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles Downtown to Indio Bus Stationbus
9h 10m
Bus, train via Anaheim
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 Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus
9h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tehachapi to Palm Desert.

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Distance: 264.4 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Palm Desert, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey via Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 8h 52m.

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