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Bakersfield to Claremont Bus Schedule

Bus from Bakersfield to Claremont: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to Claremont. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Claremont usually takes around 4 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance115 mi (185 km)
Shortest duration3h 5m
Cheapest price$24.00
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Thruway
Bus lines2

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What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to Claremont?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bakersfield to Claremont that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Amtrak Thruway usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway23h 5m$24.60
Greyhound16h 54m$76.50
  • 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 Claremont start at $24. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

  • 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 performs about 1 bus trips from Bakersfield to Claremont every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Claremont usually start from $43.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Claremont

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 115 miles from Bakersfield to Claremont. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Because many passengers travel from Bakersfield to Claremont at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to Claremont, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Bakersfield to Claremont 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 Claremont; ticket prices start at $50.00.

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

Most buses depart from the main station in Bakersfield.

All bus stations in Bakersfield:

  • 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station

Where does the bus arrive in Claremont?

Main arrival station: Metrolink Station - 200 West First St

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Claremont.

All bus stations in Claremont:

  • Metrolink Station - 200 West First St

  • Montclair

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