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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Santa Rosa and Bakersfield. The average train journey from Santa Rosa to Bakersfield takes 8 hours and 47 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 8 hours and 37 minutes.
Distance | 294 mi (473 km) |
Fastest train | 8h 37m |
Lowest price | SEK 403.90 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Santa Rosa to Bakersfield?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Santa Rosa to Bakersfield was SEK 403.90. This is an excellent deal, especially considering the length of the journey. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Bakersfield if you book your train tickets at least 25 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra SEK 143.77.
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By booking your train trip from Santa Rosa to Bakersfield on Wanderu at least 25 days ahead of time, you can save about SEK 143.77 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Santa Rosa to Bakersfield?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Rosa to Bakersfield. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 3 | 8h 48m | SEK 510.77 |
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 Santa Rosa to Bakersfield every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from SEK 404.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Santa Rosa and Bakersfield is approximately 294 miles, or 473 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 37 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 Santa Rosa 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 Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Santa Rosa at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 Santa Rosa.
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 is the train station in Santa Rosa?
Main departure station: JC Penney Bus Stop
There is one train station in Santa Rosa.
All train stations in Santa Rosa:
JC Penney Bus Stop
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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