What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at San Bernardino Depot via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

The distance between Ventura and Lake Arrowhead is 156 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Lake Arrowhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ventura to Lake Arrowhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

The best way to get from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $95 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $110 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Ventura to Lake Arrowhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ventura to Lake Arrowhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Lake Arrowhead is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead.

Where can I stay near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 522+ hotels available in Lake Arrowhead.

Ventura to Lake Arrowhead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Ventura, CA and arriving at Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino Depottrain SB Line
5h 25m
$99–149
Drive 140 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ventura to Lake Arrowheadcar 140 mi
2h 33m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
7h 8m
$80–110

Ventura to Lake Arrowhead by bus

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Ventura Amtrak to Lake Arrowhead via Los Angeles, L.A. Union Station, and San Bernardino Depot in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ventura, CA to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino in around 7h 8m.

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