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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Julian is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Julian is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Julian?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Julian. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Washington St & Hwy 78 via Plaza St & Highway 101, Escondido Transit Center Stall 15 and Day St & Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Julian?

The distance between Bakersfield and Julian is 261 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Julian without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 7h 37m and costs $180 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Bakersfield to Julian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Julian bus from?

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Julian bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Julian bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Julian?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Julian is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Bakersfield to Julian.

Where can I stay near Julian?

There are 42+ hotels available in Julian.

Bakersfield to Julian - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Julian by bus, train, taxi, car, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the taxi from Escondido Transit Center to Juliantaxi
7h 37m
$183–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78bus 891
10h 19m
$33–93
Drive 246.6 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Juliancar 246.6 mi
4h 31m
$45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from El Cajon Transit Center to Washington St & Hwy 78bus 891
9h 54m
$63–139
Bus via Escondido (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 2m
$67–117

Bakersfield to Julian by bus, train, and tram

1Weekly Services

9h 54mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.2 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Julian, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Bakersfield to Solana Beach Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–110 and the journey takes 5h 1m.

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