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

The cheapest way to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Tijuana and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Tijuana to Bakersfield?

The distance between Tijuana and Bakersfield is 254 miles. The road distance is 251.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield without a car is to bus via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal which takes 7h 15m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tijuana to Bakersfield bus from?

Tijuana to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano station.

Bus or fly from Tijuana to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $550 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Tijuana to Bakersfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tijuana to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Tijuana to Bakersfield is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Tijuana to Bakersfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 113+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Tijuana to Bakersfield by bus, car, plane, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro to Bakersfield, CASan Ysidro
5h 7m
$51–76
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0831
9h 25m
$40–85
Drive 249.6 mi
1. Drive from Tijuana to Bakersfield249.6 mi
4h 19m
$46–66
Fly
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)SAN - BFL
7h 18m
$124–531
Bus via Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Cross Border Express, San Diego to Bakersfield, CACbx
7h 15m
$46–75
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano to Los Angeles Union StationTijuana
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 25m
$70–123

Tijuana to Bakersfield by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 25mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Tijuana, Mexico and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from San Ysidro to Bakersfield, CA once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) every 4 hours.

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