What is the cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake is to line 83 bus and bus which costs $8 - $18 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Laguna Beach and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Laguna Beach Layover 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 3m.

How far is it from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Laguna Beach and Big Bear Lake is 114 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

How do I travel from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $16 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 station.

Where does the Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at Harbor-Katella station.

Can I drive from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromLaguna Beach to Big Bear Lake

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana 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
5h 16m
$16–26
Line 83 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 to Harbor-Katellabus 83
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 3m
$8–18
Drive 97.8 mi
1. Drive from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lakecar 97.8 mi
1h 53m
$18–26

Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake by bus and train

6Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Laguna Beach to Big Bear Lake.

Launch map view

Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Laguna Beach, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Laguna Beach Layover to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5, Harbor-Katella, Katella + Harbor, and San Bernardino in around 6h 3m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.