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

The cheapest way to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Vista and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Vista to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway and arriving at Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Escondido and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Vista and Lake Arrowhead?

No, there is no direct train from Vista to Lake Arrowhead. However, there are services departing from Vista Transit Center and arriving at San Bernardino Depot via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Vista to Lake Arrowhead?

The distance between Vista and Lake Arrowhead is 134 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead, including transfers.

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

Vista to Lake Arrowhead bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Escondido station.

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

Vista to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Oceanside station.

Train or bus from Vista to Lake Arrowhead?

The best way to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $80 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Vista to Lake Arrowhead bus arrive?

Vista to Lake Arrowhead bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Where does the Vista to Lake Arrowhead train arrive?

Vista to Lake Arrowhead train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at San Bernardino Depot station.

Can I drive from Vista to Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Vista to Lake Arrowhead is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Vista to Lake Arrowhead.

Where can I stay near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 511+ hotels available in Lake Arrowhead.

Vista to Lake Arrowhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Vista to Lake Arrowhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino Depottrain IE-OC Line
4h 22m
$80–110
Drive 94.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vista to Lake Arrowheadcar 94.4 mi
1h 51m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido to San Bernardinobus Lxus 2101
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
6h 38m
$36–58
Line 303 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Vista Transit Center Stall 5 to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10bus 303 / ...
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189bus 6
6h 44m
$18–31

Vista to Lake Arrowhead by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Oceanside to San Bernardino Depot 4 times a week. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Fe Ave & Broadway to Stater Bros / Arrowhead Village - Hwy 189 via Escondido Transit Center Stall 6, Escondido, San Bernardino, and San Bernardino in around 6h 38m.

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