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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Independence is to bus and fly which costs $160 - $490 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 52m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Independence. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Los Angeles Union Station, Tulsa and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 42m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Independence?

The distance between Bakersfield and Independence is 1411 miles. The road distance is 1588.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Independence without a car is to bus and train which takes 39h 56m and costs $430 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Bakersfield to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Independence bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Independence?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 52m and costs $170 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $650 and takes 43h 42m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Independence bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 11:17 PM in Bakersfield and 1:17 AM in Independence.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Independence is 1588 miles. It takes approximately 27h 21m to drive from Bakersfield to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 269+ hotels available in Independence.

Bakersfield to Independence - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Independence by plane, bus, train, 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 from Meadows Field Airport
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BFL - MCI
8h 52m
$174–778
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LAX - MCI
10h 52m
$169–487
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
39h 56m
$434–1,009
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa to Kansas Citybus
43h 42m
$295–614
Drive 1,579.1 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Independencecar 1,579.1 mi
27h 21m
$289–417
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SBA - MCI
13h 29m
$208–833

Bakersfield to Independence by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

39h 56mAverage Duration

$434Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,402.3 mi
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Kansas City (MCI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, Tulsa, Kansas City, and East Village - Bay A in around 43h 42m.

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