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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Sylmar is to bus via Victorville which costs $16 - $35 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Sylmar is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Hubbard / Glenoaks via Victorville Transit Center, Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station and Main / 7th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Sylmar / San Fernando via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Barstow to Sylmar?

The distance between Barstow and Sylmar is 143 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Sylmar without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Barstow to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Sylmar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barstow to Sylmar train from?

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

Train or bus from Barstow to Sylmar?

The best way to get from Barstow to Sylmar is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus via Victorville, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Barstow to Sylmar bus arrive?

Barstow to Sylmar bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at VVTC - Dock 6 station.

Where does the Barstow to Sylmar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barstow to Sylmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Sylmar is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Barstow to Sylmar.

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 372+ hotels available in Sylmar.

Barstow to Sylmar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Barstow to Sylmar by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Victorville Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
4h 34m
$32–56
Bus via Victorville
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to VVTC - Dock 6bus 15
2. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Main / 7th to Hubbard / Glenoaksbus 92
6h 4m
$16–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
5h 55m
$57–109
Drive 115.6 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Sylmarcar 115.6 mi
2h 10m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barstow to Los Angeles, CAbus Las Vegas
2. Take the bus from Main / 7th to Hubbard / Glenoaksbus 92
7h 42m
$32–58

Barstow to Sylmar by train and bus

7Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Barstow Station to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Hubbard / Glenoaks via Victorville Transit Center, Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, Spring St & 7th St, and Main / 7th in around 6h 4m.

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