What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Downtown and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at San Bernardino Depot via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

The distance between Carpinteria and Lake Arrowhead is 173 miles. The road distance is 157.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead train from?

Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $120 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $45 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead train arrive?

Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead.

Where can I stay near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 485+ hotels available in Lake Arrowhead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain SB Line
6h 3m
$125–178
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
8h 13m
$27–45
Drive 156.2 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Lake Arrowheadcar 156.2 mi
2h 51m
$27–39

Carpinteria to Lake Arrowhead by bus

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8h 13mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Carpinteria Station to Lake Arrowhead via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, and San Bernardino Depot in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carpinteria Station to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 8h 13m.

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