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 $130 - $600 and takes 11h 31m.

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 9h 20m and costs $160 - $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 Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station and South Strip Transit Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 34m.

How far is it from Independence to Bakersfield?

The distance between Independence and Bakersfield is 1408 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 which takes 36h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Independence to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Independence to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 9h 20m and costs $160 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 36h 34m.

Where does the Independence to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Independence to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Independence and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 2h behind Independence. It is currently 9:18 PM in Independence and 7:18 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 4m to drive from Independence to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 103+ 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 (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (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
9h 20m
$162–727
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
cheapest
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
11h 31m
$133–589
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas BusTerminalbus
3. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Bakersfieldbus
36h 34m
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
$185–568
Drive 1,582.1 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Bakersfieldcar 1,582.1 mi
27h 4m
$289–417
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
39h 57m
$316–422

Kansas City (MCI) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) flights

44Weekly Planes

7h 15mAverage Duration

$148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,399.6 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Bakersfield via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station, Las Vegas BusTerminal, and South Strip Transit Terminal in around 36h 34m.

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