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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Bakersfield to Oakhurst. Traveling by bus from Bakersfield to Oakhurst usually takes around 4 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 140 mi (225 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 27m |
| Cheapest price | $25.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bakersfield to Oakhurst?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bakersfield to Oakhurst. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 4h 48m | $25.67 |
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 3 bus trips from Bakersfield to Oakhurst every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 48 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Oakhurst usually start from $25.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 140 miles from Bakersfield to Oakhurst. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 27 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Bakersfield to Oakhurst, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Bakersfield to Oakhurst 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 Bakersfield to Oakhurst; ticket prices start at $31.75.
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 Oakhurst?
Main arrival station: 40530 Hwy 41
All buses from Bakersfield arrive at one main station in Oakhurst.
All bus stations in Oakhurst:
40530 Hwy 41
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