What is the cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Palmdale is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lompoc to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Palmdale is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Palmdale. However, there are services departing from Lompoc and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Palmdale?

The distance between Lompoc and Palmdale is 218 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lompoc to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from Lompoc to Palmdale without a car is to bus and train via Santa Barbara which takes 8h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lompoc to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Lompoc to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Palmdale bus from?

Lompoc to Palmdale bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Lompoc station.

Where does the Lompoc to Palmdale bus arrive?

Lompoc to Palmdale bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Pacific Oaks station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Palmdale is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Lompoc to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 69+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Lompoc to Palmdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lompoc to Palmdale by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train via Santa Barbara
best
1. Take the bus from Cypress Ave and I St to Santa Barbara Transit Centerbus
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Glendale Amtraktrain
3. Take the train from Glendale to Palmdale Stationtrain
8h 28m
Drive 163.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Palmdalecar 163.2 mi
3h 2m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Santa Maria Public Airportbus 30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain
9h 37m
$104–130
Bus, train via Santa Barbara #2
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Pueblo & Castillo Cottage Hospitalbus
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Glendale Amtraktrain
3. Take the train from Glendale to Palmdale Stationtrain
8h 37m
$43–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaksbus
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
11h 55m
$70–103

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Lompoc, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lompoc to Palmdale Station via Hollister at Pacific Oaks, Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, Carl's Jr./Inyo St., MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., and Lancaster in around 11h 55m.

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