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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Poway is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Poway is to drive which takes 4h and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Poway?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Poway. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Hilleary Pl & Hilleary Park Dr via Santa Fe Depot and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Poway?

The distance between Bakersfield and Poway is 275 miles. The road distance is 227.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Poway without a car is to bus which takes 7h 19m and costs $85 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Bakersfield to Poway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Poway bus from?

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Poway bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Poway bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Poway?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Poway is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Bakersfield to Poway.

Where can I stay near Poway?

There are 394+ hotels available in Poway.

Bakersfield to Poway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Poway by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Diegobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 19m
$89–130
Drive 225.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Powaycar 225.9 mi
4h
$42–60
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
8h
$73–132
Bus via Old Town Station
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
8h 48m
$42–81

Bakersfield to Poway by bus (Amtrak)

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7h 19mAverage Duration

$89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.1 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Diego once daily. Tickets cost $85–120 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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