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

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Big Bear Lake is to bus via Ontario which costs $13 - $28 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Downtown and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Ventura to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Ventura and Big Bear Lake is 174 miles. The road distance is 159.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Big Bear Lake without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Ventura to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Ventura to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Ventura, CA station.

Where does the Ventura to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Ventura to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Can I drive from Ventura to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Big Bear Lake is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Ventura to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Ventura to Big Bear Lake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ventura to Big Bear Lake by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
6h 42m
$36–73
Bus via Ontario
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pacific View Mall to Thousand Oaks Transit Centerbus 50 / ...
2. Take the bus from TOCTC Park & Ride to Flower St & Olympic Blvdbus 422 / ...
3. Take the bus from Olympic Blvd and Flower St to Pomona Transit Centerbus 707
4. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
11h 4m
$14–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
7h 8m
$79–110
Drive 158.4 mi
1. Drive from Ventura to Big Bear Lakecar 158.4 mi
2h 53m
$29–42

Ventura to Big Bear Lake by train, foot, and bus

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6h 42mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and Big Bear Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 7h 8m.

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