What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Bakersfield and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Tehachapi and Big Bear Lake is 259 miles. The road distance is 142.2 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 7h 57m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1685+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardinobus
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 57m
$77–114
Drive 141.4 mi
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1. Drive from Tehachapi to Big Bear Lakecar 141.4 mi
2h 41m
$26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride EB to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain
4. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
8h 58m

Tehachapi to Big Bear Lake by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 57mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Bakersfield, San Bernardino, and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St in around 7h 57m.

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