What is the cheapest way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

The cheapest way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa is to train which costs $12 - $18 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

The fastest way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between San Bernardino and Lake Balboa?

No, there is no direct bus from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa. However, there are services departing from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center and arriving at Vanowen / Balboa via Burbank Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between San Bernardino and Lake Balboa?

No, there is no direct train from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa station. However, there are services departing from San Bernardino - Downtown and arriving at North Hollywood Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

The distance between San Bernardino and Lake Balboa is 80 miles. The road distance is 75.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa without a car?

The best way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $12 - $18.

How long does it take to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Bernardino to Lake Balboa bus from?

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the San Bernardino to Lake Balboa train from?

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from San Bernardino - Downtown station.

Train or bus from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

The best way to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $12 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 165 bus, which costs $16 - $27 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the San Bernardino to Lake Balboa bus arrive?

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the San Bernardino to Lake Balboa train arrive?

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa?

Yes, the driving distance between San Bernardino to Lake Balboa is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa.

Where can I stay near Lake Balboa?

There are 364+ hotels available in Lake Balboa.

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from San Bernardino to Lake Balboa by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
3h 4m
$13–17
Bus, line 165 bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Burbank Station to Vanowen / Balboabus 165
3h 11m
$16–26
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from San Bernardino to Lake Balboacar 74.8 mi
1h 19m
$14–20
Train, line 165 bus
1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Burbank Station to Vanowen / Balboabus 165
3h 56m
$17–24

San Bernardino to Lake Balboa by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 79.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between San Bernardino, CA, USA and Lake Balboa, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Vanowen / Balboa via Los Angeles Union Station, L.A. Union Station, Burbank - Downtown, and Burbank Station in around 3h 11m.

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