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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix is to bus which costs $60 - $85 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs $85 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Phoenix?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bakersfield, CA and arriving at Phoenix. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Phoenix?

The distance between Bakersfield and Phoenix is 436 miles. The road distance is 482 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $60 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Phoenix bus from?

Bakersfield to Phoenix bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Bakersfield, CA station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs $85 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $85 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Phoenix bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Phoenix bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Phoenix station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 5:32 AM in Bakersfield and 6:32 AM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Phoenix is 482 miles. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Bakersfield to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2714+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Bakersfield to Phoenix - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Phoenix by plane, bus, train, taxi, 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
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix (PHX)BFL - PHX
1h 52m
$89–438
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to PhoenixSan Jose / ...
10h 30m
$60–85
Bus, train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Maricopa
3. Take the taxi from Maricopa to Phoenix
12h 44m
Drive 479.2 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Phoenix479.2 mi
7h 52m
$88–127

Bakersfield to Phoenix by bus

14Weekly Buses

10h 30mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 433.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines flies from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix (PHX) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Tufesa operates a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Phoenix once daily. Tickets cost $90–120 and the journey takes 10h 30m. ACN Autobuses also services this route once daily.

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