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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Las Cruces to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Las Cruces to Bakersfield usually takes around 24 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 22 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 734 mi (1181 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $169.41 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Las Cruces to Bakersfield?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Las Cruces to Bakersfield. Los Limousines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 3 | 1d 0h 58m | $171.79 |
Book Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Bakersfield from $169. There are 3 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Bakersfield. In Las Cruces, Los Limousines departs to Bakersfield from Las Cruces Bus Station . In Bakersfield, Los Limousines arrives at Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Las Cruces to Bakersfield takes 24 hours and 58 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Bakersfield in 22 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 24 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 734 miles from Las Cruces to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours and 30 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Las Cruces to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Las Cruces to Bakersfield 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 Las Cruces to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at $124.00.
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 Las Cruces?
Main departure station: Las Cruces Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Las Cruces.
All bus stations in Las Cruces:
Las Cruces Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
All buses from Las Cruces arrive at one main station in Bakersfield.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
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