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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Tehachapi?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Tehachapi. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at Tehachapi Park & Ride via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride, Gilroy, East California & Beverly, Bakersfield College and GET Downtown Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Tehachapi?

The distance between Watsonville and Tehachapi is 317 miles. The road distance is 264.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi without a car is to bus which takes 10h 54m and costs $50 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 10h 54m to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Tehachapi bus from?

Watsonville to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Gilroy station.

Where does the Watsonville to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Watsonville to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Tehachapi?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Tehachapi is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Watsonville to Tehachapi.

Where can I stay near Tehachapi?

There are 18+ hotels available in Tehachapi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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 Gilroy to Bakersfield, CASan Jose
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
10h 54m
$53–91
Bus via San Jose
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
11h 6m
$36–111
Train, bus via Santa Barbara (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
13h 54m
Drive 263 mi
1. Drive from Watsonville to Tehachapi263 mi
4h 39m
$48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancaster
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride100
16h 22m

Watsonville to Tehachapi by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

10h 54mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.1 mi
Duration: 10h 54m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and Tehachapi, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to Tehachapi Park & Ride via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, Bakersfield, CA, East California & Beverly, Bakersfield College, and GET Downtown Transit Center in around 10h 54m.

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