The cheapest and fastest buses from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 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 $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bakersfield, CA for Davis, CA on Sat, Jun 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 428 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
2:25 AM7h05Bakersfield, CA9:30 AMDavis, CA$671One-way0 transfers
2:25 AM7h05Bakersfield, CA9:30 AMDavis, CA$671One-way0 transfers
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 $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $386.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $435 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $383 (€314) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA costing on average $435 (€356).
Other travel options to Davis, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 51m.
Bus takes on average 6h 46m.
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Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Tufesa | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:25 AM Bakersfield, CA | 7h05 | 9:30 AM 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 7 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 3 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 35m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Tufesa from Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CAYou can travel by bus between Bakersfield, CA to Davis, CA with Tufesa for as low as $41 (€33). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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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