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There are 36 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield usually takes around 2 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Plus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 101 mi (163 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 20m |
| Cheapest price | US$11.00 |
| Trips per day | 37 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 7 |
Overall score for buses from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
(Based on 10 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Direct without a lot of stops. Cons: More legroom. Tips: Take the Amtrak bus.
5.0
Pros: The peace inside the bus; my safety was in excelente driver and the view of the mountains... Cons: The courtains are les width that windows. Tips: All the time follow drivers instructions.
5.0
Temperature a little too cool. Would have liked a blanket
US$20.65 is the average price of a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Bakersfield. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield is expected to range from US$24 to US$30. If you are looking to travel to Bakersfield within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from US$24. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are US$24 and can be found on 30 April 2024.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 27 days in advance to save up to US$20.40.
There are 7 bus lines from Los Angeles to Bakersfield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 15 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 3h 8m | US$14.17 |
| Autobuses Monarca | 2 | 3h 30m | US$58.27 |
| FlixBus US | 9 | 2h 16m | US$29.31 |
| Greyhound | 15 | 2h 16m | US$32.72 |
| Los Limousines | 5 | 3h 54m | US$53.47 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 1h 53m | US$30.00 |
| Tufesa Plus | 3 | 2h 0m | US$29.12 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Los Angeles to Bakersfield start at US$11. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Autobuses Monarca from Los Angeles to Bakersfield from US$57. There are 2 trips per day offered by Autobuses Monarca from Los Angeles to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Bakersfield. In Los Angeles, Autobuses Monarca departs to Bakersfield from 1234 Laurel Canyon Blvd and one other station. In Bakersfield, Autobuses Monarca arrives at 1000 Real Rd .
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Los Angeles to Bakersfield takes 3 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Bakersfield in 1 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
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 9 trips per day from Los Angeles to Bakersfield, 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 15 bus trips from Los Angeles to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from US$21.
Book Los Limousines from Los Angeles to Bakersfield from US$52. There are 5 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Los Angeles to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Bakersfield. In Los Angeles, Los Limousines departs to Bakersfield from 10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima and 2 other stations. In Bakersfield, Los Limousines arrives at Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Los Angeles to Bakersfield takes 3 hours and 54 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Bakersfield in 1 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
Tufesa Internacional is the international brand of one of the largest ground transportation providers in Mexico, Tufesa. The carrier offers daily bus trips to and from several cities in the Southwestern United States, including cross-border trips between the U.S. and Mexico. On average, Tufesa Internacional runs 2 from Los Angeles to Bakersfield, with prices starting from US$25. The carrier’s fleet features modern coaches equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities, such as onboard restrooms, reclining seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and a digital entertainment system.
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.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 163 kilometers from Los Angeles to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 36 scheduled buses that travel from Los Angeles to Bakersfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 37 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at US$43.00.
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
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.
Buses to Bakersfield leave from 12 stations in Los Angeles.
San Fernando Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
592 Gayley Ave
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Downtown - Vignes Lot
Los Angeles Bus Station
611 Maple Ave
E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop
1234 Laurel Canyon Blvd
1716 7th Street
Buses arrive in Bakersfield at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Bakersfield California
1000 Real Rd
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