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

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Springs is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Springs is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Palm Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Palm Springs. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Palm Springs?

The distance between Tehachapi and Palm Springs is 274 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Palm Springs without a car is to bus which takes 8h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Tehachapi to Palm Springs, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Tehachapi to Palm Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Palm Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Palm Springs is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Tehachapi to Palm Springs.

Where can I stay near Palm Springs?

There are 1687+ hotels available in Palm Springs.

Tehachapi to Palm Springs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tehachapi to Palm Springs by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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 Amtrak100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop
8h 1m
Drive 169.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Palm Springs169.6 mi
3h 12m
$31–45
Bus, train via Anaheim
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop
8h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Station
9h 46m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 272.7 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 8h 1m.

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