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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Detroit is to drive which costs $410 - $650 and takes 36h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Detroit is to fly which takes 8h 1m and costs $230 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Detroit via Los Angeles Union Station, St Louis Bus Station and Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Detroit?

The distance between Bakersfield and Detroit is 2003 miles. The road distance is 2305.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Detroit without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 5h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Bakersfield to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Detroit bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Detroit?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Detroit is to fly which takes 8h 1m and costs $230 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Bakersfield to Detroit bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Detroit?

Detroit is 3h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 10:44 AM in Bakersfield and 1:44 PM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Detroit is 2306 miles. It takes approximately 36h 16m to drive from Bakersfield to Detroit.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Detroit?

Book your Bakersfield to Detroit bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 456+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Detroit by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Meadows Field Airport
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1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Detroit (DTW)plane BFL - DTW
8h 1m
$236–930
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain
2d 5h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Detroitbus
2d 7h
Drive 2,292.5 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Detroitcar 2,292.5 mi
36h 16m
$419–605
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Detroit (DTW)plane LAX - DTW
10h 7m

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Detroit (DTW) flights

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Distance: 1,991.6 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Detroit (DTW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Detroit via Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, and Indianapolis in around 2d 7h.

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