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 EB via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride, Gilroy, Bakersfield and GET Downtown Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Tehachapi?

The distance between Watsonville and Tehachapi is 311 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 30m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 10h 30m 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 Mexico, depart from Gilroy station.

Where does the Watsonville to Tehachapi bus arrive?

Watsonville to Tehachapi bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Bakersfield 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 14+ 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)

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 Bakersfieldbus San José
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Tehachapi Park & Ride EBbus 100
10h 30m
$55–87
Drive 263 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Tehachapicar 263 mi
4h 39m
$48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Tehachapi Park & Ride WBbus 100
16h 22m
Bus via Santa Barbara (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
14h 33m
$148–223
Train, bus via Santa Barbara (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Santa Barbaratrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
14h 34m
$143–263

Watsonville to Tehachapi by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 30mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Watsonville to Tehachapi.

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Distance: 309.4 mi
Duration: 10h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to Tehachapi Park & Ride EB via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, Bakersfield, Bakersfield, Bakersfield - 1821 18th St International, and GET Downtown Transit Center in around 10h 30m.

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