What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley is to bus via Bakersfield which costs $22 - $40 and takes 10h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Simi Town Center EB via Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop and Moorpark Station EB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Simi Valley is 201 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 49m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 9h 49m to get from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Simi Valley bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Simi Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Simi Valley is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Ridgecrest to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 187+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

Ridgecrest to Simi Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
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 MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
4. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Simi Valleytrain
9h 49m
$32–51
Bus via Bakersfield
cheapest
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 Train Station to Los Angelesbus
10h 30m
$22–39
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Simi Valleycar 148.1 mi
2h 40m
$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 Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to Oxnardbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 58m

Ridgecrest to Simi Valley by bus and train

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9h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.1 mi
Duration: 9h 49m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Simi Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Simi Town Center EB via Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop, Oxnard, Oxnard, Moorpark Amtrak, and Moorpark Station EB in around 9h 58m.

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