What is the cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Barstow is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nipomo to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Barstow is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Nipomo and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Nipomo to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street and arriving at Barstow Station via Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala & Anapamu and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Nipomo and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Nipomo station to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Guadalupe Amtrak Station and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Barstow?

The distance between Nipomo and Barstow is 360 miles. The road distance is 239 miles.

How do I travel from Nipomo to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from Nipomo to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs $150 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Nipomo to Barstow?

It takes approximately 10h 2m to get from Nipomo to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Barstow bus from?

Nipomo to Barstow bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Barstow train from?

Nipomo to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Guadalupe Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Nipomo to Barstow?

The best way to get from Nipomo to Barstow is to train which takes 10h 2m and costs $150 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 12h 19m.

Where does the Nipomo to Barstow bus arrive?

Nipomo to Barstow bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Chapala at Figueroa station.

Where does the Nipomo to Barstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nipomo to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Barstow is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Nipomo to Barstow.

How do I get a train ticket from Nipomo to Barstow?

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Where can I stay near Barstow?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
10h 2m
$151–272
Drive 237.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Barstowcar 237.6 mi
4h 48m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus Midday
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Barstow Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
12h 19m
$110–162
Bus via Solvang
1. Take the bus from Transit Center to Solvang- Solvang Parkbus 20
2. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Barbarabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Barstow Stationbus
12h 41m
$121–180

Nipomo to Barstow by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 19mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 357.8 mi
Duration: 10h 2m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nipomo to Barstow Station via Guadalupe Amtrak Station and Los Angeles in around 10h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street to Barstow Station via Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala at Figueroa, Chapala & Anapamu, State & Yanonali, and Santa Barbara in around 12h 19m.

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