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Bus from Bakersfield to Palmdale: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Bakersfield to Palmdale. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Palmdale usually takes around one hour and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 75 mi (121 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $18.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to Palmdale?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bakersfield to Palmdale. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 1h 45m | $18.99 |
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 Palmdale every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Palmdale usually start from $19.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Palmdale
The bus takes an average of one hour and 45 minutes to cover the 75 miles from Bakersfield to Palmdale. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Bakersfield to Palmdale. It leaves the station in Bakersfield at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Palmdale?
Main arrival station: Del Taco
All buses from Bakersfield arrive at one main station in Palmdale.
All bus stations in Palmdale:
Del Taco
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