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

The cheapest way to get from Lone Pine to San Diego is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lone Pine to San Diego is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs $50 - $80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Lone Pine to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main Street and arriving at San Diego via Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street, Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Lone Pine to San Diego?

The distance between Lone Pine and San Diego is 383 miles. The road distance is 298.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lone Pine to San Diego without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 58m and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 11h 58m to get from Lone Pine to San Diego, including transfers.

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

Lone Pine to San Diego bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, depart from Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street station.

Where does the Lone Pine to San Diego bus arrive?

Lone 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 Lone Pine to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Lone Pine to San Diego is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Lone Pine to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2123+ hotels available in San Diego.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lone Pine to San Diego by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street to Lancaster - Metrolink Station, 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Glendale
3. Take the train from Glendale Amtrak to San Diego
11h 58m
$78–106
Drive 296.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lone Pine to San Diego296.7 mi
5h 6m
$55–79
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards 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
12h 16m
$68–137
Bus
1. Take the bus from Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards 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
13h 5m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street to Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway
2. Take the bus from Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to Oxnard
3. Take the train from Oxnard to San Diego
15h 15m

Lone Pine to San Diego by bus and train

6Weekly Services

11h 58mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 381.2 mi
Duration: 11h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main Street to San Diego via Independence - Court House, 168 N. Edwards Street, Independence - Post Office, 101 S. Edwards Street, Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., and Bakersfield in around 13h 5m.

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