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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from San Bernardino to Barstow. The train trip from San Bernardino to Barstow is usually about 5 hours and 45 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Southwest Chief train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 4 minutes.
| Distance | 57 mi (91 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 4m |
| Lowest price | $23.24 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from San Bernardino to Barstow?
Over the past month, a train ticket between San Bernardino and Barstow cost $23.24, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 17 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $53.58 more.
Monthly average prices
Ticket prices for the train from San Bernardino to Barstow often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in November when the average ticket price is only $52,
If you're thinking of traveling from San Bernardino to Barstow during October, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $77 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in October, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 17 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Barstow from San Bernardino will be about C$53.58 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from San Bernardino to Barstow?
2 train services operate from San Bernardino to Barstow. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 7h 37m | $79.34 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 2h 5m | $28.27 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from San Bernardino to Barstow every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $78.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from San Bernardino to Barstow in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from San Bernardino to Barstow tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs San Bernardino at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in San Bernardino twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Barstow faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Barstow to San Bernardino.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Bernardino?
Main departure station: 1170 W Third St
There is one train station in San Bernardino.
All train stations in San Bernardino:
1170 W Third St
Where is the train station in Barstow?
Main arrival station: 685 N First Ave
Barstow receives travelers from San Bernardino at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Barstow:
685 N First Ave
1611 E Main St
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