What is the cheapest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from San Fernando / Polk and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Sylmar and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Sylmar to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Sylmar to Barstow?

The distance between Sylmar and Barstow is 140 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

How do I travel from Sylmar to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from Sylmar to Barstow without a car is to line 224 bus and bus which takes 5h and costs $29 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Sylmar to Barstow?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Sylmar to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Barstow bus from?

Sylmar to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from San Fernando / Polk station.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Barstow train from?

Sylmar to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Sylmar to Barstow?

The best way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to line 224 bus and bus which takes 5h and costs $29 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Sylmar to Barstow bus arrive?

Sylmar to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Lankershim / Magnolia station.

Where does the Sylmar to Barstow train arrive?

Sylmar to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to Barstow is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Sylmar to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 29+ hotels available in Barstow.

Sylmar to Barstow - 4 ways to travel via train, line 224 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sylmar to Barstow by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Line 224 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Fernando / Polk to Lankershim / Magnoliabus 224
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationbus FlixBus 2030
5h
$30–42
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sylmar to Barstowcar 115.3 mi
2h 12m
$22–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
5h 24m
$87–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to Spring / 7thbus 92
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Barstowbus Lxus 2102
8h 17m
$34–55

Sylmar to Barstow by train and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Sylmar, CA, USA and Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Fernando / Polk to Barstow via Lankershim / Magnolia, Los Angeles, and Barstow Station in around 5h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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