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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Francisco to Bakersfield

Composite routes from San Francisco to Bakersfield

Cheapest
4 h 43 min
Car
454 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Meadows
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$446.49

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Oakland to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.24

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$178.60
Bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Merced
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$86.96

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.34–$102.05

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
support@crossborderxpress.com
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.57–$65.22

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
centelusa@hotmail.com
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.96–$59.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield is to night bus which costs $26.09 - $92.39 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $173.91 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Francisco Bus Station station and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Bakersfield via Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

The distance between San Francisco and Bakersfield is 419 km. The road distance is 455 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield without a car is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Bakersfield bus from?

San Francisco to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Bakersfield train from?

San Francisco to Bakersfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $173.91 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $141.30 and takes 7h 49m, you could also bus, which costs $20.65 - $152.17 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the San Francisco to Bakersfield bus arrive?

San Francisco to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Bakersfield?

It is currently 20:57 at both, San Francisco and Bakersfield.

Where does the San Francisco to Bakersfield train arrive?

San Francisco to Bakersfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Bakersfield is 455 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from San Francisco to Bakersfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Francisco to Bakersfield?

Book your San Francisco to Bakersfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Bakersfield. Prices start at $54.03 per night.
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