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

The cheapest way to get from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake is to train and bus which costs $16 - $27 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Oceanside and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Oceanside and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Artic - Dock 6, Village of Orange Zone 5 and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Oceanside and Big Bear Lake is 142 miles. The road distance is 112.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $16 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Oceanside to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Oceanside station.

Where does the Oceanside to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Oceanside to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Can I drive from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Oceanside to Big Bear Lake is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1706+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Oceanside to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside 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
4h 14m
$16–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oceanside to Anaheimbus
2. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to San Bernardinobus 200
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
5h 53m
$15–43
Drive 112.1 mi
1. Drive from Oceanside to Big Bear Lakecar 112.1 mi
2h 22m
$21–30

Oceanside to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Oceanside to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Anaheim, Artic - Dock 6, Tustin-East Village Way, Village of Orange Zone 5, and San Bernardino in around 5h 53m.

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