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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Meadows
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$446.49

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Stockton to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.89–$127.57
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.29–$76.54
Train from Oakland to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Salinas to Uc
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Mojave
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily

Altamont Corridor Express

Phone:
+1 800-411-7245
Website:
acerail.com
Train from San Jose Amtrak Station to Stockton-
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.31–$20.41

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Kern Transit

Phone:
800-323-2396
Website:
kerntransit.org/
Bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to Senior
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.98
Bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Ridgecrest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$5.10
Bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.98
Bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Kern
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$5.10
Bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Ridgecrest
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$5.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest is to bus and night bus which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest is to drive which takes 6h 15m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Ridgecrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. via San Jose Diridon Station, Park & Ride/McKee Rd., GET Downtown Transit Center and Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Ridgecrest is 645 km. The road distance is 568.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest without a car is to bus and night bus which takes 12h 21m and costs $29.35 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 21m to get from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest, including transfers.

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

Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest is 568 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Santa Cruz to Ridgecrest.

Where can I stay near Ridgecrest?

There are 23+ hotels available in Ridgecrest. Prices start at $49.13 per night.
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