What is the cheapest way to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake is to bus which costs $6 - $16 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Anaheim and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Lincoln-Anaheim and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Village of Orange Zone 5 and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Anaheim and Big Bear Lake is 87 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

How do I travel from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $17 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anaheim to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Anaheim to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Village of Orange Zone 5 station.

Where does the Anaheim to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Anaheim to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Anaheim to Big Bear Lake is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1706+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Anaheim to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Anaheim to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Bernardinotrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
2h 53m
$18–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
4h 21m
$6–16
Drive 85.3 mi
1. Drive from Anaheim to Big Bear Lakecar 85.3 mi
1h 41m
$16–23

Anaheim to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

6Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Anaheim, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lincoln-Anaheim to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Village of Orange Zone 5 and San Bernardino in around 4h 21m.

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