What is the cheapest way to get from Big Pine to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Big Pine to San Diego is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Pine to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Big Pine to San Diego is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $120 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Big Pine and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Pine to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street and arriving at San Diego via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

How far is it from Big Pine to San Diego?

The distance between Big Pine and San Diego is 352 miles. The road distance is 340.7 miles.

How do I travel from Big Pine to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Big Pine to San Diego without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 44m and costs $65 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Big Pine to San Diego?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Big Pine to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Pine to San Diego bus from?

Big Pine to San Diego bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, depart from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street station.

Bus or fly from Big Pine to San Diego?

The best way to get from Big Pine to San Diego is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $120 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Big Pine to San Diego bus arrive?

Big Pine to San Diego bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, arrive at Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway station.

Can I drive from Big Pine to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Pine to San Diego is 341 miles. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Big Pine to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2118+ hotels available in San Diego.

Big Pine to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Big Pine to San Diego by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bishop Airport (BIH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)BIH - SAN
5h 13m
$129–497
Drive 338.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Big Pine to San Diego338.7 mi
5h 52m
$62–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street to Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diego
10h 44m
$67–116
Bus, train via San Diego
1. Take the bus from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street to Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego
10h 47m
$79–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street to Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrak100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Diego
12h 18m

Big Pine to San Diego by bus and train

6Weekly Services

10h 44mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Big Pine, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Bishop Airport (BIH) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Big Pine - 391 S. Main Street to San Diego via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield in around 12h 18m.

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