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How to get fromPalmdale to Big Bear Lakeby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Palmdale to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

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    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain train
    3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus bus 5
    6h 30m
    $18–30

  2. Drive 95.4 mi

    1. Drive from Palmdale to Big Bear Lakecar car 95.4 mi
    2h 12m
    $18–26

Palmdale to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

Calendar6Weekly Services
Duration6h 30mAverage Duration
Ticket$18Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 165.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Palmdale to Big Bear Lake. However, you can take the train to L.A. Union Station, take the train to San Bernardino Depot, walk to Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St, then take the bus to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd. Alternatively, you can drive from Palmdale to Big Bear Lake in around 2h 12m.

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