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Gallup - Bakersfield Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Gallup to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Gallup to Bakersfield usually takes around 22 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance578 mi (931 km)
Shortest duration18h 40m
Cheapest price$122.08
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
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What bus companies travel from Gallup to Bakersfield?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gallup 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
Greyhound522h 20m$174.58
  • 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 Gallup to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $122.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 578 miles from Gallup to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 40 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Gallup to Bakersfield for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gallup to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Gallup 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.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gallup to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at $117.00.

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 Gallup?

Main departure station: Nks Truck Stop

Most buses depart from the main station in Gallup.

All bus stations in Gallup:

  • Nks Truck Stop

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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