What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $29 - $50 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 29m and costs $65 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Mountain View?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Mountain View. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at El Camino & Castro via King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Mountain View?

The distance between Bakersfield and Mountain View is 271 miles. The road distance is 254.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Mountain View without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $30 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Mountain View bus from?

Bakersfield to Mountain View bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Mountain View bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Mountain View bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Mountain View?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Mountain View is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Bakersfield to Mountain View.

Where can I stay near Mountain View?

There are 602+ hotels available in Mountain View.

Bakersfield to Mountain View - 5 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Mountain View by plane, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)BFL - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Mountain View Caltrain Southbound
2h 29m
$67–256
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San JoseGuadalajara
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Castro22
6h 31m
$30–45
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Jose Diridon StationFlixBus N2002
6h 18m
$35–98
Drive 253.1 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Mountain View253.1 mi
4h 16m
$47–67
Bus, line 22 bus via Bakersfield, CA
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King RdSan Ysidro / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Castro22
6h 56m
$56–82

Bakersfield to Mountain View by bus and train (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

6h 18mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Mountain View, Santa Clara County, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Jose Diridon Station once daily. Tickets cost $29–90 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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