What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree?

The distance between Bakersfield and Joshua Tree is 250 miles. The road distance is 206.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree, including transfers.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Joshua Tree is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree.

Where can I stay near Joshua Tree?

There are 651+ hotels available in Joshua Tree.

Bakersfield to Joshua Tree - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree by bus, taxi, car, plane, or train

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Palm Springs North
3. Take the taxi from Palm Springs North to Joshua Tree
6h 22m
Drive 205.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree205.2 mi
3h 48m
$38–55
Fly from Meadows Field Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)BFL - PSP
2. Take the taxi from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Joshua Tree
4h 45m
$209–618
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Palm Springs Station
3. Take the taxi from Palm Springs Station to Joshua Tree
6h 46m
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to IndioSan Jose
2. Drive from Indio to Joshua Tree
6h 58m
$62–89
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)LAX - PSP
3. Take the taxi from Indio-Palm-Springs-Airport-PSP to Joshua Tree
6h 4m

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) flights

42Weekly Planes

5h 57mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.7 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Joshua Tree, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree. However, you can take the bus to Los Angeles, walk to Los Angeles Union Station, take the bus to Palm Springs North, then take the taxi to Joshua Tree. Alternatively, you can drive from Bakersfield to Joshua Tree in around 3h 48m.

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