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Bus from Montclair to Bakersfield: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Montclair to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Montclair to Bakersfield usually takes around 4 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 117 mi (188 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $30.47 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Montclair to Bakersfield?
Bus tickets for a trip from Montclair to Bakersfield cost $42.45 on average. Tickets cheaper than $42.45 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 Montclair to Bakersfield by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Montclair to Bakersfield is expected to be between $38 and $56. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is February 12, 2025, when tickets are available for February 12, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $40.
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 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $20.01 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Montclair to Bakersfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Montclair to Bakersfield. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 4h 52m | $49.45 |
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 5 bus trips from Montclair to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $30.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Montclair to Bakersfield
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 117 miles from Montclair to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Montclair to Bakersfield, 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 Montclair?
Main departure station: Montclair Transcenter
Most buses depart from the main station in Montclair.
All bus stations in Montclair:
Montclair Transcenter
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
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