What is the cheapest way to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake is to bus which costs $6 - $16 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Fountain Valley and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Harbor-Macarthur and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Katella + Harbor and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Fountain Valley and Big Bear Lake is 104 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake without a car is to line 72 bus and train and bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $14 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Katella + Harbor station.

Where does the Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 72 bus

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

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Line 72 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Warner-Mount Hope to Tustin Metrolink Station-Dock 3bus 72
2. Take the train from Tustin to San Bernardino Depottrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
4h 50m
$14–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katella + Harbor to San Bernardinobus 200
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
5h 10m
$6–16
Drive 94.9 mi
1. Drive from Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lakecar 94.9 mi
1h 52m
$18–25

Fountain Valley to Big Bear Lake by bus and train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.4 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Fountain Valley, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Harbor-Katella, Katella + Harbor, and San Bernardino in around 5h 10m.

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