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Montclair to Bakersfield Bus Schedule

Bus from Montclair to Bakersfield: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Montclair to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Montclair to Bakersfield usually takes around 5 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance117 mi (188 km)
Shortest duration3h 55m
Cheapest priceCZK 554.08
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
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How much is a bus ticket from Montclair to Bakersfield?

Bus tickets for a trip from Montclair to Bakersfield cost CZK 878.11 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 878.11 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

CZK 1,256CZK 837CZK 419JulJul

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Montclair to Bakersfield is expected to be between CZK 754 and CZK 1,214. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is July 30, 2025, when tickets are available for July 30, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just CZK 774.

Monthly avg. prices

CZK 1,570CZK 1,256CZK 942CZK 628CZK 314ASONDJFMAMJJ
Taking the bus from Montclair to Bakersfield is usually cheapest in August, when the average ticket price is only CZK 795. If you're planning to take the bus from Montclair to Bakersfield during December, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 1,214. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

CZK 1,570CZK 1,256CZK 942CZK 628CZK 3143020100

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 CZK 622.11 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound65h 9mCZK 1,097.69
  • 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 6 bus trips from Montclair to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from CZK 554.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Montclair to Bakersfield

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 117 miles from Montclair to Bakersfield. 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.

Because many passengers travel from Montclair to Bakersfield at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Bakersfield, book your ticket for the last day 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 Montclair to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Montclair to Bakersfield every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

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

  • McKee Park & Ride Bus Stop

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