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

The cheapest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sylmar and Barstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Sylmar to Barstow. However, there are services departing from Hubbard / Glenoaks and arriving at E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Main / 7th, Los Angeles Downtown and VVTC - Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sylmar and Barstow?

No, there is no direct train from Sylmar to Barstow station. However, there are services departing from Sylmar / San Fernando and arriving at Barstow Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Sylmar to Barstow?

The distance between Sylmar and Barstow is 174 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sylmar to Barstow without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Sylmar to Barstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Barstow bus from?

Sylmar to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Hubbard / Glenoaks station.

Where do I catch the Sylmar to Barstow train from?

Sylmar to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Sylmar to Barstow?

The best way to get from Sylmar to Barstow is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $40 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Sylmar to Barstow bus arrive?

Sylmar to Barstow bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Spring / 7th station.

Where does the Sylmar to Barstow train arrive?

Sylmar to Barstow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Barstow Station.

Can I drive from Sylmar to Barstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Sylmar to Barstow is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Sylmar to Barstow.

Where can I stay near Barstow?

There are 26+ hotels available in Barstow.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Sylmar to Barstow by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Stationtrain Southwest Chief
5h 24m
$37–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to Spring / 7thbus 92
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Victorville Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Avebus 15
7h 3m
$22–39
Drive 115.3 mi
1. Drive from Sylmar to Barstowcar 115.3 mi
2h 14m
$22–31

Sylmar to Barstow by train and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Barstow Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hubbard / Glenoaks to E Mountain View St EB FS Belinda Ave via Spring / 7th, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Downtown, and VVTC - Dock 6 in around 7h 3m.

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