What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to Palmdale?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Palmdale is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to Palmdale?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Palmdale is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow station to Palmdale. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Palmdale station. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Palmdale Station via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Barstow to Palmdale?

The distance between Barstow and Palmdale is 111 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

How do I travel from Barstow to Palmdale without a car?

The best way to get from Barstow to Palmdale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to Palmdale?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Barstow to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Palmdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barstow to Palmdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Barstow to Palmdale?

The best way to get from Barstow to Palmdale is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Barstow to Palmdale bus arrive?

Barstow to Palmdale bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Barstow to Palmdale train arrive?

Barstow to Palmdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Palmdale is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Barstow to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 67+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Barstow to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Barstow Station to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
4h 28m
$37–53
Drive 82.5 mi
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1. Drive from Barstow to Palmdalecar 82.5 mi
1h 36m
$16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
7h 20m
$60–113

Barstow to Palmdale by bus and train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.2 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Barstow Station to Palmdale Station via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., and Lancaster in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow Station to Palmdale Station via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 20m.

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