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

The cheapest way to get from Castaic to Barstow is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castaic to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $21 - $35.

How far is it from Castaic to Barstow?

The distance between Castaic and Barstow is 223 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castaic to Barstow without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 5h 44m and costs $95 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Castaic to Barstow, including transfers.

Train or bus from Castaic to Barstow?

The best way to get from Castaic to Barstow is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 5h 44m and costs $95 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $150 and takes 6h.

Can I drive from Castaic to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Castaic to Barstow is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Castaic to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 32+ hotels available in Barstow.

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

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

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

Bus via Bakersfield (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Barstow Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 44m
$95–147
Drive 118.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castaic to Barstowcar 118.2 mi
2h 18m
$22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Clarita to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Barstow Stationtrain Southwest Chief
6h
$81–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sylmar Station to Spring / 7thbus 92
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Barstowbus Los Angeles
9h 53m
$71–107

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castaic to Barstow.

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Castaic to Barstow Station via Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station and Bakersfield in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Castaic to Barstow Station via Santa Clarita, L.A. Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 6h.

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