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Bakersfield to East Los Angeles Bus Schedule
Bus from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles usually takes around 3 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 105 mi (169 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $47.00 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Los Limousines usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 5 | 3h 35m | $47.93 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 1 | 4h 15m | $47.00 |
Book Los Limousines from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles from $48. There are 5 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to East Los Angeles. In Bakersfield, Los Limousines departs to East Los Angeles from Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave . In East Los Angeles, Los Limousines arrives at Los Angeles E Olympic Blvd .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles takes 3 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to East Los Angeles in 2 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to East Los Angeles.
Book Tufesa Internacional from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles from $47. Typically there is one Tufesa Internacional schedule per day from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to East Los Angeles. In Bakersfield, Tufesa Internacional departs to East Los Angeles from Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave . In East Los Angeles, Tufesa Internacional arrives at 4555 E 3rd St & S McDonnell Ave E .
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles takes 4 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to East Los Angeles in 2 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to East Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 105 miles from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 55 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in East Los Angeles. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to East Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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: Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Where does the bus arrive in East Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Los Angeles E Olympic Blvd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in East Los Angeles.
All bus stations in East Los Angeles:
Los Angeles E Olympic Blvd
4555 E 3rd St & S McDonnell Ave E
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