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

The cheapest way to get from Encinitas to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Encinitas to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Encinitas and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Encinitas to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Hwy 101 & K St and arriving at Bakersfield via Solana Beach Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Encinitas to Bakersfield?

The distance between Encinitas and Bakersfield is 227 miles. The road distance is 208.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Encinitas to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 7h 11m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Encinitas to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Encinitas to Bakersfield bus from?

Encinitas to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Where does the Encinitas to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Encinitas to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Encinitas to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Encinitas to Bakersfield is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Encinitas to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 123+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Encinitas to Bakersfield by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 11m
$78–115
Drive 207 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Encinitas to Bakersfieldcar 207 mi
3h 35m
$38–55
Train, bus via San Fernando
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from San Fernando to Bakersfieldbus Guadalajara
7h 47m
$52–108
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from 301 Mission Ave STE 205, Oceanside, CA to LAX Terminal 3 Upper Level dropoffbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane LAX - BFL
5h 13m
$100–358
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 36m
$64–120
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Oceanside to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield - 1821 18th St Internationalbus 1
8h 13m
$46–68

Encinitas to Bakersfield by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

7h 11mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.3 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Bakersfield once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 6h.

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