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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Big Bear Lake is to line 215 bus and bus which costs $5 - $11 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs $9 - $14.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Vine Street Mobility Hub and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Riverside to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Riverside and Big Bear Lake is 51 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $6 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Riverside to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Riverside to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Omnitrans, depart from Vine Street Mobility Hub station.

Where does the Riverside to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Riverside to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Omnitrans, arrive at San Bernardino Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Big Bear Lake is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Riverside to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1706+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown 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
2h 10m
$6–16
Line 215 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 215
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
2h 26m
$5–11
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Big Bear Lakecar 52.1 mi
1h 4m
$10–14

Riverside to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

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2h 10mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via San Bernardino in around 2h 26m.

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