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Center Point to Bakersfield Bus Schedule
Bus from Center Point to Bakersfield: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Center Point to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Center Point to Bakersfield usually takes around 43 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 40 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 1219 mi (1961 km) |
| Shortest duration | 40h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $253.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Center Point to Bakersfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Center Point to Bakersfield. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 19h 43m | $320.19 |
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 2 bus trips from Center Point to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 43 hours and 43 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $253.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Center Point to Bakersfield
The bus takes an average of 43 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 1219 miles from Center Point to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Center Point 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 Center Point?
Main departure station: Ctr Pt (Mini Mart #4)
Most buses depart from the main station in Center Point.
All bus stations in Center Point:
Ctr Pt (Mini Mart #4)
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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