What is the cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead?

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead?

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Lake Arrowhead is 258 miles. The road distance is 121.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 19m and costs $26 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead?

It takes approximately 11h 19m to get from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead bus from?

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

Where does the Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead.

Where can I stay near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 511+ hotels available in Lake Arrowhead.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
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 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 Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
11h 19m
$26–41
Drive 120.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowheadcar 120.8 mi
2h 42m
$23–32
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 Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
11h 25m
$88–130

Ridgecrest to Lake Arrowhead by bus and train

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11h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 11h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield, San Bernardino, and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St in around 11h 25m.

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