What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is to bus and Caltrain which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 19m and costs $65 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield, CA and arriving at El Camino & Wells via King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Bakersfield and Silicon Valley is 265 miles. The road distance is 259.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 6h 26m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus from?

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Jose - King Rd station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 433+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley - 5 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, and bus

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

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 Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound
2h 19m
$66–265
Bus, Caltrain
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to GilroyGuadalajara
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain NorthboundSouth County
6h 26m
$33–49
Drive 257.8 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley257.8 mi
4h 24m
$47–68
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Jose Diridon StationFlixBus N2002
6h 27m
$36–99
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King RdNogales / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Wells22
6h 30m
$56–82

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Silicon Valley, 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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