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

The cheapest way to get from Visalia to Big Bear Lake is to bus and train which costs $40 - $80 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Visalia to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs $45 - $70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Visalia station to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Visalia Transit Station and arriving at Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Bakersfield and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Visalia to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Visalia and Big Bear Lake is 293 miles. The road distance is 255 miles.

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

The best way to get from Visalia to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Visalia to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

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

Visalia to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Visalia Transit Station.

Where does the Visalia to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Visalia to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Visalia to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Visalia to Big Bear Lake is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Visalia to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1693+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake.

Visalia to Big Bear Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Visalia to Big Bear Lake by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardinobus
3. Take the bus from Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvdbus 5
8h 42m
$70–116
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Station to Glendale Bus Stopbus
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
9h 33m
$41–77
Drive 253.5 mi
1. Drive from Visalia to Big Bear Lakecar 253.5 mi
4h 38m
$47–67

Visalia to Big Bear Lake by bus

6Weekly Buses

8h 42mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.5 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Visalia Transit Station to Alden Rd & Big Bear Blvd via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield, San Bernardino, and Santa Fe Depot / Metrolink - West 3rd St in around 8h 42m.

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