What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Bernardino Depot via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Lake Arrowhead is 183 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead bus from?

Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead train from?

Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $55 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead.

Where can I stay near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 511+ hotels available in Lake Arrowhead.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain SB Line
6h 10m
$108–166
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
6h 55m
$29–50
Drive 167.3 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowheadcar 167.3 mi
3h 2m
$31–45

Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead by bus

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6h 55mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a train from Santa Barbara to Lake Arrowhead via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, and San Bernardino Depot in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 6h 55m.

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