How far is Anaheim, CA from Tehachapi, CA?
The driving distance from Anaheim, CA to Tehachapi, CA is about 141.3 miles (227.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.6 miles (152.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Los Angeles County
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anaheim and Tehachapi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anaheim and Tehachapi.
-
1
Start on the route
61 m · 17 sec
-
2
Turn left onto South Anaheim Boulevard
129 m · 22 sec · South Anaheim Boulevard
-
3
Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · West Lincoln Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto I 5 North: Los Angeles
887 ft · 14 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Santa Ana Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on Santa Ana Freeway
18 mi · 21 min · Santa Ana Freeway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Golden State Freeway
25.5 mi · 30 min · Golden State Freeway
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on Golden State Freeway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Golden State Freeway
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 5 Truck North, CA 14 Truck
1.5 mi · 2 min
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on CA 14 North: Palmdale, Lancaster
45.7 mi · 53 min
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on Aerospace Highway
19.1 mi · 20 min · Aerospace Highway
-
12
Continue on Sierra Highway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Sierra Highway
-
13
Continue straight
3.5 mi · 5 min
-
14
Take the ramp left
13.8 mi · 16 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward Monolith, Tehachapi Boulevard
1553 ft · 45 sec
-
16
Turn left onto East Tehachapi Boulevard
2.3 mi · 3 min · East Tehachapi Boulevard
-
17
Turn left onto South Curry Street
14 m · 1 sec · South Curry Street
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Curry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anaheim and Tehachapi.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
CA 14 North
Keep slight right to continue on CA 14 North: Palmdale, Lancaster
45.7 mi · 00h 53m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Tehachapi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anaheim to Tehachapi?
The road trip is about 141.3 miles (227.4 km) and usually takes 02h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Vincent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.6 miles from Anaheim and 70.6 miles from Tehachapi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.6 miles (152.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:54 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.73 one way or $57.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Anaheim and Mostly Sunny near Tehachapi.
Stop Ideas Near Vincent
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vincent.
Palmdale (Amtrak Thruway), California
Littlerock, California
Lancaster, California
La Crescenta, California
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anaheim and Tehachapi. Straight-line distance: 94.63 mi (152.3 km).
#1 Anaheim
The second most populous city in Orange County, California and the center of the Anaheim metropolitan area.
| Population | 353,676 |
| Coordinates | 33.8352900, -117.9145000 |
| Altitude | 48 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tehachapi
City in California
| Population | 12,746 |
| Coordinates | 35.1321900, -118.4489700 |
| Altitude | 1210 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tehachapi (-118.44897, 35.13219)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.77 | $28.73 | $57.46 |
| Mid-grade | $6.07 | $30.21 | $60.42 |
| Premium | $6.24 | $31.09 | $62.18 |
| Diesel | $7.57 | $37.68 | $75.37 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in California · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.