What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles is to bus and train which costs $20 - $28 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Los Angeles via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. and Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Los Angeles is 176 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 34m and costs $20 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Los Angeles bus from?

Ridgecrest to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr./Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Los Angeles is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Ridgecrest to Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 3155+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

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

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

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
6h 34m
$20–28
Drive 144.3 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Los Angelescar 144.3 mi
2h 52m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
7h 48m
$61–93

Ridgecrest to Los Angeles by bus and train

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Distance: 175.1 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Los Angeles via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. and Bakersfield in around 7h 48m.

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