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

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Barstow is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Barstow is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Barstow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carpinteria Station station and arriving at Barstow Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Barstow?

The distance between Carpinteria and Barstow is 276 miles. The road distance is 175.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Barstow without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs .

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

The bus from Carpinteria Station to Barstow Station takes 6h 13m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Barstow bus from?

Carpinteria to Barstow bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Barstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Barstow?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Barstow is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Barstow bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Barstow bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Barstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Barstow is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Carpinteria to Barstow.

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

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Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 28+ hotels available in Barstow.

Carpinteria to Barstow - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Barstow by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria Station to Barstow StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 13m
Drive 174.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Barstow174.7 mi
3h 19m
$32–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow StationSouthwest Chief
7h 21m
$59–117

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carpinteria to Barstow.

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Distance: 274.1 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Carpinteria Station to Barstow Station once daily, and the journey takes 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carpinteria Station to Barstow Station via Los Angeles in around 7h 21m.

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