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

The cheapest way to get from Vista to Barstow is to train and bus which costs $16 - $30 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vista to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Vista and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Vista to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway and arriving at S 2nd Ave SB & E Buena Vista St via Escondido and Lenwood Rd NB & Factory Mechants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Vista and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Vista to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Vista Transit Center and arriving at Barstow Station via Oceanside and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Vista to Barstow?

The distance between Vista and Barstow is 199 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vista to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $40 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Vista to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vista to Barstow bus from?

Vista to Barstow bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Escondido station.

Where do I catch the Vista to Barstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Vista to Barstow?

The best way to get from Vista to Barstow is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Vista to Barstow bus arrive?

Vista to Barstow bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Barstow station.

Where does the Vista to Barstow train arrive?

Vista to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Vista to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Vista to Barstow is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Vista to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 29+ hotels available in Barstow.

Vista to Barstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Vista to Barstow by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
6h 40m
$42–96
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
8h 19m
$16–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido to Barstowbus Lxus 2101
6h 44m
$38–62
Drive 141.7 mi
1. Drive from Vista to Barstowcar 141.7 mi
2h 25m
$26–38

Vista to Barstow by tram and train

7Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a vehicle from Vista Transit Center to Barstow Station via Oceanside Transit Center, Oceanside, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, Limousine Express operates a bus from Escondido to Barstow once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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