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

The cheapest way to get from Northridge to Ridgecrest is to train and bus which costs $19 - $30 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northridge to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Northridge and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Northridge to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Bakersfield Amtrak and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Northridge to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Northridge and Ridgecrest is 174 miles. The road distance is 136.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northridge to Ridgecrest without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 37m and costs $19 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Northridge to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northridge to Ridgecrest bus from?

Northridge to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Where does the Northridge to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

Northridge to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Northridge to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Northridge to Ridgecrest is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Northridge to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 21+ hotels available in Ridgecrest.

Northridge to Ridgecrest - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Northridge to Ridgecrest by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Lancastertrain
2. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave.bus 230
7h 37m
$20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van Nuys to Bakersfieldbus
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
8h 42m
Drive 135.8 mi
1. Drive from Northridge to Ridgecrestcar 135.8 mi
2h 31m
$25–36

Northridge to Ridgecrest by train and bus

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7h 37mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a train from Northridge to Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via Van Nuys, Van Nuys, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. in around 8h 42m.

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