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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Bakersfield to San Diego?
There are usually 11 daily train trips available from Bakersfield to San Diego.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$49.78 | Avg. Price$53.15 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips23 | Daily Trips11 |
Duration | Duration6h 50m | Duration6h 12m |
Bus from Bakersfield to San Diego: Journey Information
There are 27 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to San Diego usually takes around 6 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 212 mi (341 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $28.97 |
| Trips per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Bakersfield to San Diego
- FlixBus US: 14 daily buses from $29
- Greyhound: 9 daily buses from $29
- Los Limousines: 4 daily buses from $50
How much is a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Diego?
Bus tickets for a trip from Bakersfield to San Diego cost $43.91 on average. Tickets cheaper than $43.91 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 bus ticket prices from Bakersfield to San Diego by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Diego is expected to be between $40 and $55. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is January 30, 2025, when tickets are available for January 30, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $46.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $32.61 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to San Diego?
There are 3 bus lines from Bakersfield to San Diego available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 14 daily trips, FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 14 | 6h 55m | $54.25 |
| Greyhound | 9 | 7h 5m | $61.01 |
| Los Limousines | 4 | 6h 2m | $54.42 |
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 14 trips per day from Bakersfield to San Diego, 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 9 bus trips from Bakersfield to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $29.
Book Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Diego from $50. There are 4 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Diego. In Bakersfield, Los Limousines departs to San Diego from Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave . In San Diego, Los Limousines arrives at Cross Border Xpress CBX and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Bakersfield to San Diego takes 6 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Diego in 5 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bakersfield to San Diego
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 212 miles from Bakersfield to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 5 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in San Diego. 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, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from Bakersfield to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 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 Diego; ticket prices start at $52.00.
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.
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bakersfield?
Main departure station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Buses to San Diego leave from 3 stations in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Transit Center
Buses arrive in San Diego at 8 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
La Jolla - UC San Diego
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
Cross Border Xpress CBX
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
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