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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to California is to bus which costs $13 - $28 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to California is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to California. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Los Angeles Downtown via Victorville Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barstow Station station and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Barstow to California?

The distance between Barstow and California is 118 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to California without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $13 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Barstow to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to California bus from?

Barstow to California bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave station.

Where do I catch the Barstow to California train from?

Barstow to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow Station.

Train or bus from Barstow to California?

The best way to get from Barstow to California is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $13 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Barstow to California bus arrive?

Barstow to California bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at VVTC - Dock 6 station.

Where does the Barstow to California train arrive?

Barstow to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Barstow to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to California is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Barstow to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Barstow to California?

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Where can I stay near California?

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Barstow to California - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 3 bus

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

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1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to VVTC - Dock 6bus 15
2. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2030
3h 38m
$14–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
4h 14m
$45–100
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Los Angelescar 113.9 mi
1h 53m
$21–30
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from E Mountain View St WB & 2nd Ave to Lenwood Rd SB & Serranobus 3
2. Take the bus from Barstow to Los Angeles, CAbus Las Vegas
5h 19m
$32–56

Barstow to California by bus

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Los Angeles Downtown via Victorville Transit Center in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Barstow Station to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 4h 14m.

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