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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 8h 10m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave and arriving at Cochran Street and First Street via Victorville Transit Center, Hill St & 5th St and Metrolink Chatsworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Barstow and Simi Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Barstow station to Simi Valley. However, there are services departing from Barstow Station and arriving at Simi Valley Amtrak via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The distance between Barstow and Simi Valley is 198 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 which takes 7h 56m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Barstow to Simi Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Simi Valley bus from?

Barstow to Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Barstow to Simi Valley?

The best way to get from Barstow to Simi Valley is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs $100 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Barstow to Simi Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barstow to Simi Valley train arrive?

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

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 181+ hotels available in Simi Valley.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Simi Valley Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
7h 56m
$103–165
Bus
cheapest
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
3. Take the bus from Hill St & 5th St to Chatsworth Metrolink Stationbus 419
8h 10m
$18–34
Drive 132.8 mi
1. Drive from Barstow to Simi Valleycar 132.8 mi
2h 29m
$25–35
Train via Hollywood (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Barstow Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
7h 58m
$87–134

Barstow to Simi Valley by train and bus (Amtrak)

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a train from Barstow Station to Los Angeles Avenue and First Street via Los Angeles, Simi Valley Amtrak, and Metrolink Simi Valley in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave to Cochran Street and First Street via Victorville Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Pershing Square Station, Hill St & 5th St, Chatsworth Metrolink Station, and Metrolink Chatsworth in around 8h 10m.

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