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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $22 - $45 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Modesto to Bakersfield?

The distance between Modesto and Bakersfield is 208 miles. The road distance is 203.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $22 - $45.

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

The bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Station takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Bakersfield bus from?

Modesto to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Where does the Modesto to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Modesto to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Bakersfield is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Modesto to Bakersfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from Modesto to Bakersfield?

Book your Modesto to Bakersfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 106+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Modesto to Bakersfield - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, BART, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Modesto to Bakersfield by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, subway, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0810 / ...
4h 35m
$22–45
Drive 202 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Bakersfield202 mi
3h 20m
$37–54
Bus, BART, fly
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly City
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)SFO - BFL
5h 27m
$74–300

Modesto to Bakersfield by bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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