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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Barstow is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Barstow is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Barstow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Barstow Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Ventura to Barstow?

The distance between Ventura and Barstow is 259 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Barstow without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $85 - $130.

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

The bus from Ventura Amtrak to Barstow Station takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Barstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to Barstow train from?

Ventura to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ventura Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Ventura to Barstow?

The best way to get from Ventura to Barstow is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $85 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Ventura to Barstow bus arrive?

Ventura to Barstow bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Where does the Ventura to Barstow train arrive?

Ventura to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Barstow is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Ventura to Barstow.

How do I get a train ticket from Ventura to Barstow?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ventura to Barstow?

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Where can I stay near Barstow?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ventura to Barstow by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Ventura Amtrak to Barstow Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 30m
$85–130
Drive 158.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Barstowcar 158.5 mi
3h 3m
$29–42
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
6h 51m
$70–150

Ventura to Barstow by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.5 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Ventura Amtrak to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $85–130 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ventura Amtrak to Barstow Station via Los Angeles in around 6h 51m.

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