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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Big Bear Lake is to bus which costs $4 - $16 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $16.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Barstow to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Barstow and Big Bear Lake is 123 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $29 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Barstow to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Barstow to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave station.

Where does the Barstow to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Barstow to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Big Bear Lake is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Barstow to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barstow 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
3h 55m
$29–62
Bus
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 to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
4h 24m
$4–16
Drive 58.6 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Big Bear Lakecar 58.6 mi
1h 16m
$11–16

Barstow to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Bernardino in around 4h 24m.

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