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

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake is to line 91 bus and bus which costs $8 - $18 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Dana Point and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Pacific Coast-Del Obispo and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Katella + Harbor and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Dana Point and Big Bear Lake is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $15 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Dana Point to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Pacific Coast-Del Obispo station.

Where does the Dana Point to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Dana Point to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7 station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Big Bear Lake is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Dana Point to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 91 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dana Point to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano to San Bernardino Depottrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
4h 51m
$15–26
Line 91 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pacific Coast-Del Obispo to Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 7bus 91
2. Take the bus from Katella + Harbor to San Bernardinobus 200
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
6h 43m
$8–18
Drive 105.2 mi
1. Drive from Dana Point to Big Bear Lakecar 105.2 mi
2h 2m
$20–28

Dana Point to Big Bear Lake by bus and train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Pacific Coast-Del Obispo to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-Katella, Katella + Harbor, and San Bernardino in around 6h 43m.

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