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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to Burbank. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Burbank usually takes around 6 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 2 hours,
Distance | 92 mi (148 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
Cheapest price | €13.06 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
Bus lines | 1 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Burbank?
Bus tickets for a trip from Bakersfield to Burbank cost €43.96 on average. Tickets cheaper than €43.96 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Bakersfield to Burbank are expected to cost between €47 and €51 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Burbank within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €47. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
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. Booking even a couple days before your trip can make your ticket cheaper than booking day-of.
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to Burbank?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bakersfield to Burbank. Amtrak Thruway connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Thruway | 3 | 6h 16m | €48.55 |
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 Bakersfield to Burbank start at €13. On average, there are 3 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 92 miles from Bakersfield to Burbank. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to Burbank, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Bakersfield to Burbank every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 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 Bakersfield to Burbank; ticket prices start at €23.31.
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 bus leave from in Bakersfield?
Main departure station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Buses to Burbank leave from 7 stations in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Tour Bus Loading Zone
South Strip
Carl's Jr restaurant
Tehachapi Park and Ride
685 N First Ave
1611 E Main St
Where does the bus arrive in Burbank?
Main arrival station: 3750 Empire Ave
All buses from Bakersfield arrive at one main station in Burbank.
All bus stations in Burbank:
3750 Empire Ave
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