What is the cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs?

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Desert Hot Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB and arriving at Palm Springs North via Bakersfield and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs?

The distance between Tehachapi and Desert Hot Springs is 266 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs bus from?

Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs.

Where can I stay near Desert Hot Springs?

There are 1315+ hotels available in Desert Hot Springs.

Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springs by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), 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 Los Angelesbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Palm Springs Northbus
7h 55m
Drive 172.1 mi
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1. Drive from Tehachapi to Desert Hot Springscar 172.1 mi
3h 18m
$32–46
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 Los Angeles to Palm Springs Stationtrain
8h 20m

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Distance: 264.4 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Tehachapi, CA, USA and Desert Hot Springs, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride WB to Desert Hot Springs via Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, and Palm Springs North in around 7h 55m.

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