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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Hollywood to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Hollywood to Bakersfield usually takes around 5 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 97 mi (156 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $14.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Hollywood to Bakersfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hollywood to Bakersfield. 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 | 5h 20m | $15.60 |
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 Hollywood to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $14.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 97 miles from Hollywood to Bakersfield. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Hollywood to Bakersfield. It leaves the station in Hollywood at 9:00am 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 Hollywood?
Main departure station: 5951 Hollywood Blvd, Curbside
Most buses depart from the main station in Hollywood.
All bus stations in Hollywood:
5951 Hollywood Blvd, Curbside
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: Bakersfield Amtrak Station
All buses from Hollywood arrive at one main station in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
Bakersfield Amtrak Station
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