What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita is to bus and train which costs $18 - $25 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Santa Clarita?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita station. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. and Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Santa Clarita is 146 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 42m and costs $18 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita.

Where can I stay near Santa Clarita?

There are 169+ hotels available in Santa Clarita.

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

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

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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 Newhalltrain
5h 42m
$18–25
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Santa Claritacar 126.8 mi
2h 18m
$24–34
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 Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Stationbus
6h 53m
$53–78

Ridgecrest to Santa Clarita by bus and train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.3 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Santa Clarita, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. and Bakersfield in around 6h 53m.

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