What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Lake Isabella?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow station to Lake Isabella. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Barstow to Lake Isabella?

The distance between Barstow and Lake Isabella is 181 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Lake Isabella bus from?

Barstow to Lake Isabella bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Where does the Barstow to Lake Isabella bus arrive?

Barstow to Lake Isabella bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Lake Isabella?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Lake Isabella is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Barstow to Lake Isabella.

Where can I stay near Lake Isabella?

There are 58+ hotels available in Lake Isabella.

Barstow to Lake Isabella - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Barstow to Lake Isabella by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barstow Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
5h 8m
$47–64
Drive 132.4 mi
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1. Drive from Barstow to Lake Isabellacar 132.4 mi
2h 53m
$25–35
Bus, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Barstow Station to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Drive from Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to Lake Isabellacar
3h
$35–52

Barstow to Lake Isabella by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 8mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Barstow Station to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 5h 8m.

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