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

The cheapest way to get from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Del Mar and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Camino Del Mar & 15th St and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Diego and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Del Mar and Big Bear Lake is 152 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs $21 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Del Mar to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the Del Mar to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Del Mar to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Del Mar to Big Bear Lake is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Del Mar to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Del Mar to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 101 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
6h 19m
$22–41
Line 101 bus, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
6h 41m
$18–32
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Del Mar to Big Bear Lakecar 128.3 mi
2h 43m
$24–34

Del Mar to Big Bear Lake by bus, foot, and tram

6Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Camino Del Mar & 15th St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Gilman Dr & Myers Dr, UCSD Central Campus Station, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, San Diego, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 6h 19m.

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