What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB and arriving at Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico via Bakersfield and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to San Clemente?

The distance between Tehachapi and San Clemente is 228 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to San Clemente without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente without a car is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $60 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to San Clemente bus from?

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

Where does the Tehachapi to San Clemente bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tehachapi to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to San Clemente is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Tehachapi to San Clemente.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 253+ hotels available in San Clemente.

Tehachapi to San Clemente - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente 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 WB to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 57m
$64–112
Drive 160.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to San Clementecar 160.7 mi
3h 18m
$30–43
Bus, train via Los Angeles
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
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Clemente Pier Amtraktrain
6h 59m
Bus, train
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
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Clemente Piertrain
7h 8m
Bus, train via Long Beach
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
3. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to El Camino Real-Avd Cabrillobus 1
9h 26m

Tehachapi to San Clemente by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 57mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tehachapi to San Clemente.

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Distance: 226.4 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and San Clemente, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to Calle De Los Molinos-Avd Pico via Bakersfield, San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station, and Camino Capistrano-Old Mission in around 6h 57m.

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