What is the cheapest way to get from El Monte to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from El Monte to Barstow is to line 486 bus and line 61 bus and bus which costs $4 - $15 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from El Monte to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from El Monte to Barstow is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between El Monte and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from El Monte to Barstow. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at S 2nd Ave SB & E Buena Vista St via Lenwood Rd NB & Factory Mechants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between El Monte and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from El Monte to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from El Monte and arriving at Barstow Station via San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from El Monte to Barstow?

The distance between El Monte and Barstow is 125 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

How do I travel from El Monte to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from El Monte to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from El Monte to Barstow?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from El Monte to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Barstow bus from?

El Monte to Barstow bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from El Monte station.

Where do I catch the El Monte to Barstow train from?

El Monte to Barstow train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from El Monte station.

Train or bus from El Monte to Barstow?

The best way to get from El Monte to Barstow is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the El Monte to Barstow bus arrive?

El Monte to Barstow bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Barstow station.

Where does the El Monte to Barstow train arrive?

El Monte to Barstow train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at San Bernardino Depot station.

Can I drive from El Monte to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between El Monte to Barstow is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from El Monte to Barstow.

How do I get a bus ticket from El Monte to Barstow?

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El Monte to Barstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from El Monte to Barstow by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from El Monte to San Bernardino Depottrain SB Line
2. Take the train from San Bernardino to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
4h 15m
$35–67
Line 486 bus, line 61 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Garvey Ave and Meeker Ave E to Pomona Transit Centerbus 486
2. Take the bus from Pomona Transit Center to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus 61
3. Take the bus from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
6h
$5–14
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from El Monte to Barstowbus Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Lenwood Rd NB & Factory Mechants to S 2nd Ave SB & E Buena Vista Stbus 3
4h 37m
$33–51
Drive 101.1 mi
1. Drive from El Monte to Barstowcar 101.1 mi
1h 40m
$19–27

El Monte to Barstow by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between El Monte, CA, USA and Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA?

You can take a train from El Monte to Barstow Station via San Bernardino Depot and San Bernardino in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Monte to S 2nd Ave SB & E Buena Vista St via Barstow and Lenwood Rd NB & Factory Mechants in around 4h 37m.

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