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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Tucson is to bus via Los Angeles which costs $85 - $160 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Tucson is to fly and bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Tucson via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Tucson?

The distance between Bakersfield and Tucson is 538 miles. The road distance is 597.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Tucson without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 13h and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Bakersfield to Tucson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Tucson bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Tucson?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Tucson is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $140 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 13h.

Where does the Bakersfield to Tucson bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Tucson bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 7:04 PM in Bakersfield and 8:04 PM in Tucson.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Tucson is 598 miles. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Bakersfield to Tucson.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Tucson?

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Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 632+ hotels available in Tucson.

Bakersfield to Tucson - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Tucson by plane, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), bus, train, 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 to Tucson
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Tucson (TUS)plane BFL - TUS
4h 54m
$144–828
Bus via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tucsonbus FlixBus 2054
13h
$87–155
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
14h 8m
$142–305
Drive 594.3 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Tucsoncar 594.3 mi
9h 45m
$109–157
Fly to Phoenix, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Phoenix (PHX)plane BFL - PHX
2. Take the bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to University of Phoenixbus
4h 37m
$139–533
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Tucsonbus San Jose / ...
13h 58m
$109–134

Bakersfield to Tucson by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

13hAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Tucson (TUS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Tucson via Los Angeles and Los Angeles Union Station in around 13h.

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