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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to Barstow is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Harbor Fwy / Carson and arriving at E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via El Monte Bus Stop and VVTC - Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Carson to Barstow?

The distance between Carson and Barstow is 170 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Carson to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carson to Barstow bus from?

Carson to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Harbor Fwy / Carson station.

Train or bus from Carson to Barstow?

The best way to get from Carson to Barstow is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Carson to Barstow bus arrive?

Carson to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at El Monte Station - Upper Level.

Can I drive from Carson to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to Barstow is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Carson to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 28+ hotels available in Barstow.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Carson to Barstow by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow StationSouthwest Chief
5h 32m
$31–87
Drive 126.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carson to Barstow126.4 mi
2h 9m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to El Monte Station - Upper Level
2. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Victorville Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave15
6h 28m
$31–69

Carson to Barstow by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carson to Barstow.

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–85 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via El Monte Bus Stop and VVTC - Dock 6 in around 6h 28m.

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