What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Carpinteria and Big Bear Lake is 191 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 12m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1706+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 12m
$42–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 53m
$31–56
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Big Bear Lakecar 174.6 mi
3h 10m
$32–46

Carpinteria to Big Bear Lake by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

7h 12mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.7 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Carpinteria Station to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 7h 53m.

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