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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $24 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Big Bear Lake is 274 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 4m and costs $27 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 11h 4m to get from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr./Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain
5. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
11h 4m
$27–43
Drive 133.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lakecar 133.4 mi
2h 36m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardinobus
4. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
11h 15m
$83–132

Ridgecrest to Big Bear Lake by bus and train

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11h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.9 mi
Duration: 11h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield, San Bernardino, and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St in around 11h 15m.

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