The cheapest and fastest buses from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bakersfield, CA for Davis, CA on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 428 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €188.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price | €383 Average price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 PM Bakersfield, CA | 6h20 | 11:30 PM Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA
Buses from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 22:20 |
FAQs: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Davis, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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