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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Boulder is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 16h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Boulder is to fly and bus which takes 4h 22m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Boulder?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Boulder. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Broadway & Regent Dr via South Strip Transit Terminal and Union Station Gate B17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 25m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Boulder?

The distance between Bakersfield and Boulder is 900 miles. The road distance is 1042.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Boulder without a car is to bus which takes 23h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Bakersfield to Boulder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Boulder bus from?

Bakersfield to Boulder bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Boulder bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Boulder bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at South Strip Transit Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Boulder?

Boulder is 1h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 3:48 PM in Bakersfield and 4:48 PM in Boulder.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Boulder is 1043 miles. It takes approximately 16h 28m to drive from Bakersfield to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 164+ hotels available in Boulder.

Bakersfield to Boulder - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bakersfield to Boulder by plane, bus, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Denver (DEN)BFL - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
4h 22m
$127–581
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to South Strip Transit Terminal
2. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Denver Union Station
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Regent DrFf1 / ...
23h 25m
Drive 1,036.8 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Boulder1,036.8 mi
16h 28m
$190–274

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Denver (DEN) flights

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4h 29mAverage Duration

$108Cheapest Price

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Distance: 894.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Boulder, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to Broadway & Regent Dr via South Strip Transit Terminal, Denver Union Station, and Union Station Gate B17 in around 23h 25m.

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