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Los Angeles to Bakersfield Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?
There are usually 18 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Bakersfield.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 116.72 | Avg. PriceRON 170.05 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips18 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration2h 20m | Duration5h 21m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Los Angeles and Bakersfield. The average train journey from Los Angeles to Bakersfield takes 5 hours and 21 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 4 hours and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 101 mi (163 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 46m |
| Lowest price | RON 101.61 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Bakersfield cost RON 169.12, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Bakersfield. Booking your trip at least 4 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around RON 20.15 more.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Bakersfield by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Bakersfield will range from RON 168 to RON 190. If you're planning to travel by train to Bakersfield in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Los Angeles you can find in the next 7 days is RON 172. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Bakersfield. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 4 days before departure, you can save around RON 20.15. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Bakersfield. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 5h 21m | RON 176.63 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Bakersfield every day, as well as 5 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 102.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
The distance between Los Angeles and Bakersfield is approximately 101 miles, or 163 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 46 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Bakersfield. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bakersfield to Los Angeles.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
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 is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Los Angeles where you can board the train.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Union Station
Metrolink Station
Where is the train station in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Bakersfield has one train station.
All train stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
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