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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl and arriving at Bakersfield via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Carson to Bakersfield?

The distance between Carson and Bakersfield is 134 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to Bakersfield without a car is to tram and bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $29 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Carson to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carson to Bakersfield bus from?

Carson to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Torrance Transit, depart from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl station.

Where does the Carson to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Carson to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Torrance Transit, arrive at Alameda St at Los Angeles St station.

Can I drive from Carson to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to Bakersfield is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Carson to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 111+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Carson to Bakersfield - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carson to Bakersfield by tram, bus, car, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Del Amo Station to Union Station - Metro A-LineMetro A Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0831 / ...
4h 20m
$29–93
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carson to Bakersfield126.7 mi
2h 10m
$24–34
Bus via Alameda St at Los Angeles St
1. Take the bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Alameda St at Los Angeles St4X
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 49m
$46–67
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to Bakersfield Train StationFlixBus 2006
6h 8m
$27–72

Carson to Bakersfield by bus and tram

33Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carson to Bakersfield.

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Vermont Av at Torrance Bl to Bakersfield via Alameda St at Los Angeles St and Los Angeles in around 4h 49m.

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