What is the cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow?

The cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow?

The fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Van Nuys and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Van Nuys to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at Barstow Station via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Van Nuys and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Van Nuys to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Van Nuys and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Van Nuys to Barstow?

The distance between Van Nuys and Barstow is 171 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

How do I travel from Van Nuys to Barstow without a car?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Van Nuys to Barstow?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Van Nuys to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Barstow bus from?

Van Nuys to Barstow bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Van Nuys station.

Where do I catch the Van Nuys to Barstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Van Nuys to Barstow?

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Barstow is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Bakersfield, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Van Nuys to Barstow bus arrive?

Van Nuys to Barstow bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Where does the Van Nuys to Barstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Van Nuys to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Nuys to Barstow is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Van Nuys to Barstow.

How do I get a train ticket from Van Nuys to Barstow?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Van Nuys to Barstow?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
5h 20m
$51–112
Drive 124.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Van Nuys to Barstowcar 124.9 mi
2h 7m
$23–33
Bus via Bakersfield (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Van Nuys to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Barstow Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 5m
$77–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Barstowbus Los Angeles
8h 48m
$34–61

Van Nuys to Barstow by train (Amtrak)

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5h 20mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Van Nuys to Barstow Station via Bakersfield in around 6h 5m.

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