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Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$1,084.33

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.16–$1,084.33

Clean Air Express

Phone:
(805) 692-1902
Website:
cleanairexpress.com/
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.79–$121.19

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.12–$15.31

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Isla Vista to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.76–$57.41
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08

Mountain Transit

Phone:
+1 909-878-5200
Website:
mountaintransit.org/?referrer=gtfs
Bus from Rialto & F St - Transit Center to Big
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.46–$10.84
Bus from Metrolink Station to Big
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.34–$10.21

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$95.68–$121.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake is to drive which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Big Bear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Big Bear Blvd & Alden Rd - Sandy's Sports Bar/Verizon Store via Hollister & Kellogg, Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station and Rialto & F St - Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake?

The distance between Santa Maria and Big Bear Lake is 462 km. The road distance is 419.8 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 9h 42m and costs $27.17 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake?

It takes approximately 9h 42m to get from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake bus from?

Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Kellogg station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake is 420 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Santa Maria to Big Bear Lake.

Where can I stay near Big Bear Lake?

There are 1101+ hotels available in Big Bear Lake. Prices start at $73.68 per night.
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