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How to Travel from

Tehachapi to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.51–$229.62

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$446.49

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$102.05–$344.44
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14

Train operators

Caltrain

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

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bakersfield to Stockton
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.89–$127.57
Train from Santa Barbara to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.44–$140.33
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Tehachapi Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Lancaster station to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.76–$16.58
Train from Lancaster station to L.
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.03–$19.14

Altamont Corridor Express

Phone:
+1 800-411-7245
Website:
acerail.com
Train from Stockton- Robert J Cabral Amtrak Station to San
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 Bakersfield to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Lamont Chevron to Gilroy
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$76.54

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Monterey & 3rd to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Santa Cruz Metro

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

Kern Transit

Phone:
800-323-2396
Website:
kerntransit.org/
Bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to GET
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.57–$4.85
Bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.57–$4.98
Bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to MetroLink/Sierra
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz is to bus and night bus which costs $27.17 - $92.39 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Water & Ocean via GET Downtown Transit Center, Lamont Chevron, Monterey & 3rd and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Tehachapi and Santa Cruz is 572 km. The road distance is 452.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus and train via Stockton which takes 10h 45m and costs $44.57 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

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

Tehachapi to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at GET Downtown Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Santa Cruz is 453 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Tehachapi to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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