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

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $25 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Grand Av & Ingraham St and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Diego and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

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

The distance between Pacific Beach and Big Bear Lake is 160 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs $22 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

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

Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1525+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
6h 4m
$22–43
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilman Dr & Myers Dr to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8bus 101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
8h 18m
$20–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Oceansidetrain
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino Depottrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 7m
$30–57
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lakecar 138.8 mi
2h 48m
$26–37

Pacific Beach to Big Bear Lake by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Av & Ingraham St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 6h 4m.

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