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How to get fromBakersfield to Needlesby bus, train or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Needles by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Los Angeles

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0810 / ...
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    9h 24m
    $69–217

  2. Drive 271 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Bakersfield to Needlescar car 271 mi
    4h 32m
    $50–72

  3. Bus, train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to South Strip Transit Terminalbus bus
    2. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Kingman Stationbus bus
    3. Take the train from Kingman Station to Needles Stationtrain train
    11h 48m

  4. Bus, train #2 (Amtrak)

    1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles Stationtrain train Southwest Chief
    9h 49m

Bakersfield to Needles by bus, foot, and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration9h 24mAverage Duration
Ticket$69Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Bakersfield to Needles. However, you can take the bus to Los Angeles Union Station, walk to Los Angeles, then take the train to Needles Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Needles Station via South Strip Transit Terminal, Kingman Station, and Kingman Station in around 11h 48m.

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