Plan Your Visit
Step inside.
The depot sits at the heart of historic downtown Tehachapi, just steps from cafés, shops, and the active railroad line. Admission is always free.
Hours
Thursday – Sunday
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed major holidays.
Admission
Always free.
Donations gratefully accepted and sustain every open day.
Address
101 W. Tehachapi Blvd.
Tehachapi, CA 93561
Parking
Free street parking and lots within one block.
Accessibility
Step-free entry. Restrooms ADA-compliant.
Photography
Welcomed throughout. No flash near archives.
Group Tours
Guided tours available by appointment.
Getting Here
Tehachapi is located off Highway 58 between Bakersfield and the Mojave Desert. The depot is in the historic downtown district, one block south of Tehachapi Boulevard.
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Allow 45 – 90 minutes for a self-guided visit.
Volunteer docents are typically on hand Saturday afternoons to answer questions and share stories from the line.