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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $75 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Phoenix and arriving at Bakersfield, CA. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

The distance between Phoenix and Bakersfield is 436 miles. The road distance is 482.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 10h 30m and costs $70 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Bakersfield bus from?

Phoenix to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $75 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $70 - $200 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Phoenix to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Phoenix to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 10:52 PM in Phoenix and 9:52 PM in Bakersfield.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Bakersfield is 483 miles. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Phoenix to Bakersfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 114+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Phoenix to Bakersfield - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), taxi, train, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)PHX - BFL
2h 51m
$77–387
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield, CANogales
10h 33m
$50–80
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0831 / ...
10h 30m
$74–191
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Phoenix to Maricopa Amtrak
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angeles
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Station
11h 27m
$151–294
Drive 479.8 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Bakersfield479.8 mi
7h 45m
$88–127

Phoenix to Bakersfield by bus

33Weekly Buses

10h 30mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Phoenix to Bakersfield.

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Distance: 433.3 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Bakersfield Train Station via Los Angeles Union Station in around 10h 30m.

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