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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Bakersfield to Indio. Traveling by coach from Bakersfield to Indio usually takes around 7 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (316 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £31.36 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 4 |
What coach companies travel from Bakersfield to Indio?
There are 4 bus lines from Bakersfield to Indio available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 7h 38m | £76.41 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 6h 51m | £46.51 |
| Los Limousines | 3 | 9h 40m | £68.23 |
| Tufesa Plus | 1 | 6h 0m | £49.89 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Bakersfield to Indio, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Bakersfield to Indio every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 51 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Indio usually start from £28.
Book Los Limousines from Bakersfield to Indio from £67. There are 3 Los Limousines schedules from Bakersfield to Indio and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Indio. In Bakersfield, Los Limousines departs to Indio from Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave and no other station. In Indio, Los Limousines arrives at 43501 Monroe St and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Bakersfield to Indio takes 9 hours and 40 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Indio in 5 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Indio.
Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 196 miles from Bakersfield to Indio. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Bakersfield to Indio, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled coaches that travel from Bakersfield to Indio every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bakersfield to Indio; ticket prices start at £33.79.
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 favorite, 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 does the coach leave from in Bakersfield?
Main departure station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Coaches to Indio leave from 4 stations in Bakersfield.
All coach stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Bakersfield California
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Indio?
Main arrival station: 83-100 Indio Blvd
Coaches arrive in Indio at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Indio:
83-100 Indio Blvd
43501 Monroe St
43501 Monroe St
Coachella Valley - 51700 Madison St
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