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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Bakersfield to San Bernardino?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Bakersfield to San Bernardino.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price$56.98 | Avg. Price$32.34 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips9 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 45m | Duration5h 32m |
Bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardino: Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to San Bernardino. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardino usually takes around 5 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 131 mi (212 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 55m |
Cheapest price | $28.00 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 4 |

Buses from Bakersfield to San Bernardino
- Amtrak Thruway: 2 daily buses from $28
- FlixBus US: 6 daily buses from $47
- Greyhound: 4 daily buses from $37
- Los Limousines: 3 daily buses from $68
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to San Bernardino?
There are 4 bus lines from Bakersfield to San Bernardino available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 3h 56m | $28.53 |
FlixBus US | 6 | 6h 13m | $70.54 |
Greyhound | 4 | 5h 53m | $61.22 |
Los Limousines | 3 | 7h 28m | $69.12 |
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 San Bernardino start at $28. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
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. On average, FlixBus US operates 6 trips per day from Bakersfield to San Bernardino, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 4 bus trips from Bakersfield to San Bernardino every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Bernardino usually start from $37.
Book Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Bernardino from $68. There are 3 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Bernardino and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Bernardino. In Bakersfield, Los Limousines departs to San Bernardino from Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave . In San Bernardino, Los Limousines arrives at San Bernardino Bus Station .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Bernardino takes 7 hours and 28 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Bernardino in 3 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Bernardino.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bakersfield to San Bernardino
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 131 miles from Bakersfield to San Bernardino. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to San Bernardino, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Bakersfield to San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino; ticket prices start at $30.00.
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
Buses to San Bernardino leave from 3 stations in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in San Bernardino?
Main arrival station: San Bernardino Bus Station
Buses arrive in San Bernardino at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Bernardino:
San Bernardino Bus Station
559 W Rialto Ave (b/w F St and E St)
San Bernardino Bus Station
1170 W Third St
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