What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Santa Maria Transit Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop via Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center?

The distance between Tehachapi and Santa Maria Transit Center is 277 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center without a car is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center bus from?

Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center.

Where can I stay near Santa Maria Transit Center?

There are 119+ hotels available in Santa Maria Transit Center.

Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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 Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 3m
Drive 148.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Santa Maria Transit Center148.1 mi
3h 16m
$27–39
Bus, train via Glendale
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtown
3. Take the train from Burbank to Guadalupe Amtrak Station
10h 1m
Bus via Goleta
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit CenterMidday
8h 25m
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Guadalupe Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
8h 35m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 275.2 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Santa Maria Transit Center, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Maria Transit Center via Santa Barbara and Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop in around 8h 3m.

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