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Bakersfield - Crescent City Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to Crescent City. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Crescent City usually takes around 22 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 22 hours and 32 minutes.

Distance522 mi (841 km)
Shortest duration22h 32m
Cheapest price$90.00
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to Crescent City?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bakersfield to Crescent City. 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound222h 39m$106.00
  • 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 Bakersfield to Crescent City every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Crescent City usually start from $90.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 522 miles from Bakersfield to Crescent City. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours and 32 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.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Crescent City at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 8:00pm and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to Crescent City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Bakersfield to Crescent City. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bakersfield to Crescent City; ticket prices start at $115.00.

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 Bakersfield?

Main departure station: Bakersfield Amtrak Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Bakersfield.

All bus stations in Bakersfield:

  • Bakersfield Amtrak Station

Where does the bus arrive in Crescent City?

Main arrival station: 2095 Hwy 199, Hiouchi

All buses from Bakersfield arrive at one main station in Crescent City.

All bus stations in Crescent City:

  • 2095 Hwy 199, Hiouchi

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