What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $29 - $50 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield is to Caltrain and fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $65 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Palm and arriving at Bakersfield via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Bakersfield is 265 miles. The road distance is 259 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $35 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Bakersfield bus from?

Silicon Valley to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Palm station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at King & Virginia station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Bakersfield is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 101+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Silicon Valley to Bakersfield - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Caltrain, fly
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)SFO - BFL
2h 59m
$69–294
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Palm to King & Virginia22
2. Take the bus from San Jose to BakersfieldSan José
7h 16m
$30–50
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to BakersfieldFlixBus N2002
7h 1m
$36–99
Drive 257.5 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Bakersfield257.5 mi
4h 22m
$47–68
Line 22 bus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Palm to King & Virginia22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Bakersfield, CASan Jose
7h 16m
$52–85

Silicon Valley to Bakersfield by train and bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Bakersfield once daily. Tickets cost $29–90 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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