What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks is to bus and train and line 224 bus and line 161 bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Thousand Oaks?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Thousand Oaks / Skyline via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield Train Station, North Hollywood Station and Canoga Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Thousand Oaks is 212 miles. The road distance is 159.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks without a car?

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 36m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks?

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks.

Where can I stay near Thousand Oaks?

There are 257+ hotels available in Thousand Oaks.

Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks by bus, train, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
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 Burbank - Downtowntrain
4. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Moorparktrain
9h 36m
$39–66
Bus, train, line 224 bus, line 161 bus
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 MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
4. Take the bus from Sylmar Station to Lankershim / Chandlerbus 224
5. Take the bus from North Hollywood Station to Canoga Stationbus
6. Take the bus from Canoga Station to Thousand Oaks / Skylinebus 161
9h 45m
$21–31
Drive 158.4 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Thousand Oakscar 158.4 mi
2h 54m
$29–42
Bus via Bakersfield
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 10m
$23–38
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
3. Take the bus from Pacific View Mall to Thousand Oaks Transit Centerbus 50 / ...
11h 8m

Ridgecrest to Thousand Oaks by bus and train

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9h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.6 mi
Duration: 9h 36m

What companies run services between Ridgecrest, CA, USA and Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Thousand Oaks / Skyline via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield Amtrak, Bakersfield Train Station, Los Angeles, North Hollywood Station, and Canoga Station in around 10h 10m.

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