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

The cheapest way to get from El Centro to Big Bear Lake is to bus which costs $16 - $35 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Centro to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between El Centro and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from El Centro to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from El Centro Bus Stop and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from El Centro to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between El Centro and Big Bear Lake is 218 miles. The road distance is 188.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Centro to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $16 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from El Centro to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

El Centro to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Centro Bus Stop station.

Where does the El Centro to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

El Centro to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indio Bus Station.

Can I drive from El Centro to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between El Centro to Big Bear Lake is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from El Centro to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

El Centro to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Centro to Big Bear Lake by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus) or car

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1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 5m
$17–34
Drive 187 mi
1. Drive from El Centro to Big Bear Lakecar 187 mi
3h 27m
$35–50
Bus via Fontana
1. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Indio Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 8m
$67–102

El Centro to Big Bear Lake by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 5mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a bus from El Centro Bus Stop to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Indio Bus Station, Indio Blvd at Transportation Cen, San Bernardino Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 7h 5m.

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