Cheap coach tickets from San Diego to Bakersfield

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Coach from San Diego to Bakersfield: Journey Information

There are 18 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Bakersfield. Travelling by coach from San Diego to Bakersfield usually takes around 6 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance
212 mi (341 km)
Shortest duration
5h 15m
Cheapest price
£24.82
Trips per day
18
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Coach lines
2

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San Diego to Bakersfield Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from San Diego to Bakersfield?

There are usually 6 daily train trips from San Diego to Bakersfield.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price£47.03Avg. Price£40.41Cheaper
Daily Trips18Daily Trips6
Duration6h 58mFasterDuration7h 4m
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How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Bakersfield?

Coach tickets for a trip from San Diego to Bakersfield cost about £35 when you book at the cheapest time, 17 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £35 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from San Diego to Bakersfield by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from San Diego to Bakersfield in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £35 to £61. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 16 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bakersfield this week, coach tickets are available starting at £40.

Average coach ticket prices from San Diego to Bakersfield by month

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Taking the coach from San Diego to Bakersfield is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only £44. If you're planning to take the coach from San Diego to Bakersfield during May, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £53. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 17 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £23.67 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from San Diego to Bakersfield?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from San Diego to Bakersfield that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US106h 58m£41.81
Greyhound86h 57m£54.34
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 10 trips per day from San Diego to Bakersfield, and the average ticket for this route costs only £41.81.

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  • 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 8 coach trips from San Diego to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from £26.67.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from San Diego to Bakersfield

There are 18 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to Bakersfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at £40.

Trips per day

18

Direct trips

9

The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 212 miles from San Diego to Bakersfield. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 15 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.

Distance (mi)

212

Distance (km)

341

The first coach leaves at 4:55 and the last coach leaves at 19:45. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

4:55am

Latest coach

7:45pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Tuesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

San Diego

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San Diego is known as “America's Finest City” for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.

Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.

Two airports, as well as many coach and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.

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 artefacts, 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 coach 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 San Diego?

Main departure station: San Ysidro Transit Center

Coaches to Bakersfield leave from 5 stations in San Diego.

All coach stations in San Diego:

  • San Ysidro Transit Center
  • 2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
  • La Jolla - UC San Diego
  • 789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village

Where does the coach arrive in Bakersfield?

Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Bakersfield.

Coach stations in Bakersfield:

  • 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
  • McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop

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