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

The cheapest way to get from Fullerton to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fullerton to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Fullerton and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station station and arriving at Bakersfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Fullerton to Bakersfield?

The distance between Fullerton and Bakersfield is 136 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fullerton to Bakersfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 49m and costs $29 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Fullerton to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fullerton to Bakersfield bus from?

Fullerton to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Fullerton to Bakersfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fullerton to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Fullerton to Bakersfield is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Fullerton to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 115+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Fullerton to Bakersfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Fullerton to Bakersfield by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
3h 49m
$30–75
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fullerton to Bakersfieldcar 135.7 mi
2h 22m
$25–36
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 50m
Bus via Los Angeles (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bakersfield Train Stationbus FlixBus 2006
4h 24m
$28–50
Bus via Los Angeles #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 36m

Fullerton to Bakersfield by train and bus

33Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfield once daily, and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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