What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to El Monte is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to El Monte is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln and arriving at El Monte via Barstow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and El Monte?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at El Monte via San Bernardino Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Barstow to El Monte?

The distance between Barstow and El Monte is 125 miles. The road distance is 101.4 miles.

How do I travel from Barstow to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Barstow to El Monte without a car is to line 3 bus and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to El Monte?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Barstow to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to El Monte bus from?

Barstow to El Monte bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to El Monte train from?

Barstow to El Monte train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Train or bus from Barstow to El Monte?

The best way to get from Barstow to El Monte is to line 3 bus and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $60 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Barstow to El Monte bus arrive?

Barstow to El Monte bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at Lenwood Rd SB & Serrano station.

Where does the Barstow to El Monte train arrive?

Barstow to El Monte train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Barstow to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to El Monte is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Barstow to El Monte.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barstow to El Monte?

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Where can I stay near El Monte?

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Barstow to El Monte - 3 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barstow to El Monte by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 3 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln to Lenwood Rd SB & Serranobus 3
2. Take the bus from Barstow to El Montebus Lxus 2122 / ...
4h 1m
$32–52
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barstow to El Montecar 100.9 mi
1h 41m
$19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to San Bernardinotrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to El Montetrain SB Line
4h 13m
$29–60

Barstow to El Monte by bus

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4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.5 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln to El Monte via Lenwood Rd SB & Serrano and Barstow in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow Station to El Monte via San Bernardino and San Bernardino Depot in around 4h 13m.

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