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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bakersfield, CA for Richmond, CA on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.
FlixBus1:05 AM6h25Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA7:30 AMRichmond, CA$571One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:05 AM6h25Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA7:30 AMRichmond, CA$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $417.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $456 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m 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 Richmond, CA:
A train is $46 (€37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA costing on average $109 (€88).
A train is $393 (€319) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA costing on average $456 (€370).
Other travel options to Richmond, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 1m.
Bus takes on average 10h 8m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Compare prices and tickets Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA
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Buses from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
FAQs: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bakersfield, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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