What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Riverside is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Riverside via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Riverside?

The distance between Tehachapi and Riverside is 206 miles. The road distance is 129.7 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Tehachapi to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Riverside bus from?

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

Where does the Tehachapi to Riverside bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Riverside is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Tehachapi to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 224+ hotels available in Riverside.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tehachapi to Riverside 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 Amtrak100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to RiversideAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 35m
Drive 129 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Riverside129 mi
2h 31m
$24–34
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 train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown
6h 58m
Bus, train via Magnolia + Beatty
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 train from Los Angeles to Riverside
7h 16m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Riverside via Bakersfield in around 5h 35m.

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