What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Mesa and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Mesa to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Harbor-Bernard and arriving at E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Flower-6Th, Santa Ana Bus Stop and VVTC - Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Costa Mesa and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Costa Mesa to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Barstow Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

The distance between Costa Mesa and Barstow is 147 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Mesa to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Barstow bus from?

Costa Mesa to Barstow bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Harbor-Bernard station.

Where do I catch the Costa Mesa to Barstow train from?

Costa Mesa to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

The best way to get from Costa Mesa to Barstow is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can line 55 bus and bus, which costs $20 - $35 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Barstow bus arrive?

Costa Mesa to Barstow bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Flower-6Th station.

Where does the Costa Mesa to Barstow train arrive?

Costa Mesa to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Can I drive from Costa Mesa to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Mesa to Barstow is 118 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Costa Mesa to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 29+ hotels available in Barstow.

Costa Mesa to Barstow - 3 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
4h 35m
$110–165
Line 55 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harbor-Bernard to Flower-6Thbus 55
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to Victorville Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
6h 19m
$20–35
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Costa Mesa to Barstowcar 117.5 mi
1h 58m
$20–28

Costa Mesa to Barstow by bus

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.3 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbor-Bernard to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Flower-6Th, Santa Ana Bus Stop, and VVTC - Dock 6 in around 6h 19m.

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