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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart is to drive which costs $380 - $600 and takes 33h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $240 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Transfer Center via South Strip Transit Terminal, Denver Union Station, Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Elkhart?

The distance between Bakersfield and Elkhart is 1845 miles. The road distance is 2128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 1h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Elkhart bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $240 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Bakersfield to Elkhart bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 3h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 6:52 PM in Bakersfield and 9:52 PM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Elkhart is 2128 miles. It takes approximately 33h 32m to drive from Bakersfield to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 209+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Bakersfield to Elkhart - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Elkhart by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, 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 Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to South Bend (SBN)BFL - SBN
7h 56m
$249–848
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 Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, IN
2d 1h
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
2d 1h
Drive 2,115.9 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Elkhart2,115.9 mi
33h 32m
$387–558

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to South Bend (SBN) flights

19Weekly Planes

8h 42mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,834.5 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to South Bend (SBN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Transfer Center via South Strip Transit Terminal, Denver Union Station, Chicago, and South Street Station in around 2d 1h.

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