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Kern County Museum
Well-curated local history museum with exhibits on oil, agriculture, and community life in Kern County.
Buses from Anaheim, CA to Bakersfield, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:12. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Anaheim, CA to Bakersfield, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:13PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h32 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Anaheim, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:13 PM Anaheim, CA | 5h32 | 9:45 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Well-curated local history museum with exhibits on oil, agriculture, and community life in Kern County.
Museum on the Bakersfield Sound and country music history, with costumes, instruments, and artist memorabilia.
Hands-on museum for children with interactive science, art, and role-play exhibits suited to families.
Lively downtown street with historic buildings, murals, theaters, and an easy base for walking Bakersfield's core.
Large urban park with lakes, walking paths, art museum access, and open space for a relaxed local outing.
Linear park and trail through downtown, useful for walking and biking between museums, murals, and civic spaces.
Tri-tip barbecue is a Central California staple: beef bottom sirloin seasoned and grilled over red oak, often sliced for sandwiches or plates.
Basque oxtail stew reflects Bakersfield's Basque boardinghouse tradition, with slow-braised oxtail in a rich savory sauce served family-style.
Pickled tongue is a classic Basque appetizer in Bakersfield, cured and sliced thin with vinegar and spices, common at traditional Basque restaurants.
Historic Basque restaurant known for family-style meals, steaks, tongue, beans, and classic boardinghouse atmosphere.
Upscale steakhouse for dry-aged beef, seafood, and cocktails, suited for a polished dinner in central Bakersfield.
Long-running Basque dining room serving oxtail, fried chicken, soups, and hearty set meals in a traditional setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Los Angeles, but car use and limited transit can raise overall visitor costs.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and round up or tip 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts.
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Most Anaheim, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses use the Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) to Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park). Use this guide to compare Anaheim, CA and Bakersfield, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) is 4 km from Anaheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC).
Available at Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC): Facility is fully accessible for disabled persons.
Anaheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Anaheim. ATMs are available at Anaheim.
Ticket office support is available at Anaheim.
Available at Anaheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anaheim: Wheelchair accessible.
Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal. ATMs are available at Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal.
Available at Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park) is 11 km from Bakersfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park). ATMs are available at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park).
Ticket office support is available at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park).
Available at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park): Limited accessibility for disabled passengers.
Bakersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available for all passengers. ATMs are available at Bakersfield.
Ticket office support is available at Bakersfield.
Available at Bakersfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bakersfield: Wheelchair accessible entrances and seating.
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