- Must visit
The Neon Museum
Outdoor museum preserving iconic Las Vegas signs, with guided visits through the Neon Boneyard. One of the city’s most distinctive cultural attractions.


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Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
5h 0m
Average duration
8h 45m
Buses per day
6
Distance
356 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bakersfield, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -22m sooner (5h 45m by bus vs 5h 23m by car) and save roughly $-33.05 (€-27.12) compared to fuel and tolls ($91 (€74) vs $58 (€47)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Bakersfield, CA to Las Vegas, NV buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 9h30 | 7:00 PM Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 9h50 | 7:20 PM Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown), NV | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:10 PM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 10h00 | 11:10 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:20 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 8h50 | 11:10 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 1 transfer | |
0 | 4:00 PM Bakersfield, CA | 5h00 | 9:00 PM Las Vegas, NV | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 8:50 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 9h20 | 6:10 AM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
· | 5:10 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 9h10 | 2:20 PM Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:10 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 11h30 | 4:40 PM Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown), NV | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:10 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 10h00 | 3:10 PM Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bakersfield, CA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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Tip 15-20% in restaurants and bars; USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5 for bags, USD 2-5 nightly for housekeeping. Valet: USD 2-5 when car is returned.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bakersfield, CA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bakersfield, CA to Las Vegas, NV buses use the Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal to Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21) station pair, with some services arriving at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown). Use this guide to compare Bakersfield, CA and Las Vegas, NV bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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