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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Bakersfield is to fly and bus which costs $210 - $550 and takes 10h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 8h 56m and costs $170 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Bakersfield via On 12Th At Charlotte Westbound Nearside, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, El Paso, Main / 7th and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 4m.

How far is it from Independence to Bakersfield?

The distance between Independence and Bakersfield is 1409 miles. The road distance is 1591.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Bakersfield without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 40h 4m and costs $290 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Independence to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Bakersfield bus from?

Independence to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City station.

Bus or fly from Independence to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Independence to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 8h 56m and costs $170 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $290 - $410 and takes 40h 4m.

Where does the Independence to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Independence to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Independence and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 2h behind Independence. It is currently 5:54 PM in Independence and 3:54 PM in Bakersfield.

Can I drive from Independence to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Bakersfield is 1591 miles. It takes approximately 27h 10m to drive from Independence to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 243+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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

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

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 Meadows Field Airport
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane MCI - BFL
8h 56m
$172–727
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus
40h 4m
$291–407
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
40h 25m
$507–1,141
Drive 1,582.1 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Bakersfieldcar 1,582.1 mi
27h 10m
$289–417
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCI - LAX
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
10h 54m
$211–548
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus
44h 21m
$330–605

Independence to Bakersfield by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

40h 4mAverage Duration

$291Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,400.4 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Bakersfield via On 12Th At Charlotte Westbound Nearside, On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, El Paso, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, Main / 7th, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, and Los Angeles in around 40h 4m.

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