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

The cheapest way to get from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake is to train and bus which costs $14 - $25 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Van Nuys and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Victory / Van Nuys and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Van Nuys and Big Bear Lake is 116 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 7m and costs $14 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Victory / Van Nuys station.

Where does the Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Burbank Station.

Can I drive from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1614+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 164 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
5h 7m
$14–25
Line 164 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Victory / Van Nuys to Burbank Stationbus 164
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
5h 45m
$20–35
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Van Nuys to Big Bear Lakecar 107.2 mi
2h 2m
$20–29

Van Nuys to Big Bear Lake by train and bus

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5h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Van Nuys, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Victory / Van Nuys to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Burbank Station, Burbank - Downtown, L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 5h 45m.

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