Cheap train tickets from Kingman to Bakersfield

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Kingman to Bakersfield. Travelling by train from Kingman to Bakersfield usually takes 14 hours and 56 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance
280 mi (451 km)
Fastest train
14h 56m
Lowest price
$118.55
Trains per day
1
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Price trends for trains from Kingman to Bakersfield

Average train ticket prices from Kingman to Bakersfield by travel date

$150$100$50Dec

Prices as travel date approaches

$125$100$75$50$25

Which train should you take from Kingman to Bakersfield?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Kingman to Bakersfield. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak114h 56m$127.73

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Kingman to Bakersfield

While the train is the main method of transportation from Kingman to Bakersfield, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Bakersfield to Kingman.

Trains per day

1

Direct trains

0

The distance between Kingman and Bakersfield is approximately 451 kilometres. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 56 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

280

Distance (km)

451

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Kingman at 10:49 p.m. and arrives in Bakersfield around 14 hours later.

First train

10:49pm

Last train

11:49pm

Trains from Kingman to Bakersfield are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Thursday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Bakersfield

Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artifacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.

As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.

On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favourite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.

To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several bus lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Kingman?

Main departure station: 402 E Andy Devine Ave

There is one train station in Kingman.

All train stations in Kingman:

  • 402 E Andy Devine Ave

Where is the train station in Bakersfield?

Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station

Bakersfield has one train station.

All train stations in Bakersfield:

  • 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station

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