What is the cheapest way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield is to bus via Washington/Central Ave which costs $55 - $85 and takes 12h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs $75 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Arizona and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Arizona to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Central Av & ASU University Center and arriving at Bakersfield, CA via McDowell Rd & Central Av and Phoenix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Arizona to Bakersfield?

The distance between Arizona and Bakersfield is 441 miles. The road distance is 482.6 miles.

How do I travel from Arizona to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 11h 27m and costs $140 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Arizona to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Arizona to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arizona to Bakersfield bus from?

Arizona to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Arizona to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Arizona to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs $75 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $130 and takes 12h.

Where does the Arizona to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Arizona to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

What is the time difference between Arizona and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 1h behind Arizona. It is currently 9:01 AM in Arizona and 8:01 AM in Bakersfield.

Can I drive from Arizona to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Arizona to Bakersfield is 483 miles. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Arizona to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 108+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Arizona to Bakersfield - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arizona to Bakersfield by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane PHX - BFL
3h 13m
$79–379
Bus via Washington/Central Ave
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfieldbus Guadalajara
12h 59m
$59–84
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Phoenix to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
11h 27m
$147–299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield, CAbus Nogales
12h
$94–124
Drive 479.8 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Bakersfieldcar 479.8 mi
7h 48m
$88–127

Arizona to Bakersfield by bus

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12hAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Arizona to Bakersfield.

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Distance: 438.5 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Arizona, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Tufesa operates a bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield, CA once daily. Tickets cost $90–120 and the journey takes 10h 33m.

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