What is the cheapest way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $24 - $35.

How far is it from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The distance between Barstow and Simi Valley is 176 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barstow to Simi Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 23m and costs $40 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Barstow to Simi Valley?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Barstow to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Train or bus from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $170 and takes 7h 56m.

Can I drive from Barstow to Simi Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Simi Valley is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Barstow to Simi Valley.

Where can I stay near Simi Valley?

There are 140+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

Barstow to Simi Valley - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Barstow to Simi Valley by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), car, or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barstow to Victorville Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Victorville Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Moorpark Amtrak
6h 23m
$42–203
Drive 132.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barstow to Simi Valley132.8 mi
2h 29m
$25–35
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Barstow to OxnardAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 21m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Simi Valley AmtrakPacific Surfliner
7h 56m
$45–164
Train via Hollywood (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
7h 58m
$33–48
Train via San Bernardino
1. Take the train from Barstow to San Bernardino
2. Take the train from San Bernardino Depot to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Moorpark
8h 4m
$40–55

Barstow to Simi Valley by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.2 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Barstow to Oxnard once daily, and the journey takes 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barstow to Los Angeles Avenue and First Street via Los Angeles, Simi Valley Amtrak, and Metrolink Simi Valley in around 7h 56m.

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