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How to get to Bakersfield by bus
| Routes | 56 |
| Trips per day | 364 |
| bus lines | 6 |
| Stations | 4 |
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About 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.
What bus companies travel to Bakersfield, California?
Located in California, Bakersfield is accessible by bus from 56 other cities. You can choose from 364 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Bakersfield on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Bakersfield are also available.
Bus companies serving Bakersfield
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 221 | 15h 4m | CZK 2,234.77 |
| Los Limousines | 64 | 10h 9m | CZK 1,624.52 |
| Greyhound | 35 | 7h 32m | CZK 1,321.55 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 19 | 3h 11m | CZK 1,064.81 |
| Tufesa Plus | 18 | 3h 33m | CZK 1,044.38 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 14 | 3h 9m | CZK 442.09 |
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.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
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. 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.
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.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Bakersfield?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Bakersfield by bus with Amtrak Thruway giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that FlixBus US had the most comfortable bus service to Bakersfield taking into account the seats and amenities that FlixBus US offers. They rate FlixBus US a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Bakersfield punctually, travelers suggest that Tufesa Internacional has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Bakersfield, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Bakersfield is 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Bakersfield are:
- 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
- 1417 Chamberlain Ave
- McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 7h 38m | CZK 1,466.26 |
| Los Angeles | 2h 21m | CZK 800.54 |
| Tijuana | 10h 58m | CZK 1,286.93 |
| Fresno | 3h 44m | CZK 659.91 |
| San Bernardino | 6h 13m | CZK 1,364.56 |
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