What is the cheapest way to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest?

The cheapest way to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest is to bus which costs $22 - $45 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest?

The fastest way to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Fresno and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Fresno station to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Fresno Bus Station and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Fresno to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Fresno and Ridgecrest is 224 miles. The road distance is 193.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fresno to Ridgecrest without a car?

The best way to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest without a car is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs $22 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fresno to Ridgecrest bus from?

Fresno to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Fresno Bus Station.

Where does the Fresno to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

Fresno to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Fresno to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Fresno to Ridgecrest is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Fresno to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 27+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

Fresno to Ridgecrest - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fresno to Ridgecrest by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus

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1. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
3. Take the bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 227
6h 43m
$22–42
Drive 192.5 mi
1. Drive from Fresno to Ridgecrestcar 192.5 mi
4h 30m
$36–51
Bus via Fresno
1. Take the bus from Fresno to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
3. Take the bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 227
7h 21m
$38–50
Bus via Delano
1. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to Delanobus
2. Take the bus from Delano to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
4. Take the bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Kern County Superior Court/Desert Sport Centerbus 227
7h 31m
$58–96

Fresno to Ridgecrest by bus

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Fresno, CA, USA and Ridgecrest, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Fresno Bus Station to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 6h 43m.

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