What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow is to bus via Victorville which costs $12 - $26 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Downtown and arriving at E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via VVTC - Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Barstow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Barstow Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Barstow?

The distance between Los Angeles and Barstow is 118 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow without a car is to bus via Victorville which takes 3h 21m and costs $12 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Barstow?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Los Angeles to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Barstow bus from?

Los Angeles to Barstow bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Downtown station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Barstow train from?

Los Angeles to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles to Barstow?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Barstow is to bus via Victorville which takes 3h 21m and costs $12 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $90 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Los Angeles to Barstow bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Barstow bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Victorville Transit Center station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Barstow train arrive?

Los Angeles to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Barstow is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Los Angeles to Barstow.

How do I get a train ticket from Los Angeles to Barstow?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Barstow?

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Where can I stay near Barstow?

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Los Angeles to Barstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Angeles to Barstow by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus via Victorville
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1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Victorville Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2030
2. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
3h 21m
$13–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
3h 43m
$40–90
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Barstowcar 113.9 mi
1h 54m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Barstowbus Los Angeles
5h 47m
$34–53

Los Angeles to Barstow by bus

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Angeles Downtown to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via VVTC - Dock 6 in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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