What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Madera?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at Madera Bus Stop via Lompoc, Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Madera is 400 miles. The road distance is 200.5 miles.

How do I travel from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera without a car?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $65 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera?

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera bus from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Lompoc station.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Pacific Oaks station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera.

Where can I stay near Madera?

There are 19+ hotels available in Madera.

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera by train, bus, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Amtrak to Van NuysPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Fresno, CANogales
10h 15m
$69–175
Drive 199.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Madera199.3 mi
4h 22m
$37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Madera Bus Stop
11h 44m
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Transit Center30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Madera Bus Stop
12h 23m
$73–169

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 397.5 mi
Duration: 10h 15m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Madera, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Madera Bus Stop via Lompoc Transit Hub, Lompoc, Hollister at Pacific Oaks, Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, Bakersfield, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 11h 44m.

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