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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Vista is to bus and train which costs $16 - $30 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Vista is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Vista. However, there are services departing from Buena Vista St WB & Silver Ln and arriving at S Santa Fe Av & Broadway via Barstow and Escondido Transit Center Stall 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Vista. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Oceanside via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Barstow to Vista?

The distance between Barstow and Vista is 181 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Vista without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Barstow to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Vista bus from?

Barstow to Vista bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Barstow station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Vista train from?

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

Train or bus from Barstow to Vista?

The best way to get from Barstow to Vista is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Barstow to Vista bus arrive?

Barstow to Vista bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Barstow to Vista train arrive?

Barstow to Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Vista is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Barstow to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 978+ hotels available in Vista.

Barstow to Vista - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Barstow to Vista by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barstow to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
5h 56m
$38–62
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
7h 15m
$16–30
Train
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 48m
$46–93
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Vistacar 142.4 mi
2h 24m
$26–38

Barstow to Vista by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 56mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Barstow to Escondido once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow Station to Vista Transit Center Stall 5 via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 in around 6h 48m.

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