What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln and arriving at Park Bl & Village Pl via Barstow, Escondido Transit Center and 11th Av & C St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Balboa Park?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Balboa Park. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at San Diego via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Barstow to Balboa Park?

The distance between Barstow and Balboa Park is 212 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barstow to Balboa Park without a car?

The best way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to Balboa Park?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Barstow to Balboa Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Balboa Park bus from?

Barstow to Balboa Park bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Barstow station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Balboa Park train from?

Barstow to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Train or bus from Barstow to Balboa Park?

The best way to get from Barstow to Balboa Park is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Barstow to Balboa Park bus arrive?

Barstow to Balboa Park bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Barstow to Balboa Park train arrive?

Barstow to Balboa Park train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Balboa Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Balboa Park is 176 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Barstow to Balboa Park.

Where can I stay near Balboa Park?

There are 2373+ hotels available in Balboa Park.

Barstow to Balboa Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barstow to Balboa Park by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barstow to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Broadway & Park Blbus 235 / ...
6h 28m
$40–66
Bus via San Bernardino
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
7h 13m
$20–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 15m
$61–137
Drive 175.4 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Balboa Parkcar 175.4 mi
2h 56m
$32–47

Barstow to Balboa Park by bus and foot

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.9 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Balboa Park, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln to Balboa Park via Lenwood Rd SB & Serrano, Barstow, Escondido, Escondido Transit Center, Broadway & Park Bl, 11th Av & C St, and Park Bl & Village Pl in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow Station to Balboa Park via Fullerton Amtrak Station, San Diego, Santa Fe Depot, and Park Bl & Zoo Pl in around 7h 15m.

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