- Must visit
Kern County Museum
Well-curated local history museum with exhibits on oil, agriculture, and community life in Kern County.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 buses from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 35 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.

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Buses from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:05, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 35m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 05:59AM | Arrival Time 06:54AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 07:39AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 10:09AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 11:44AM | Arrival Time 12:39PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 03:49PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Kern Transit | Departure Time 07:44PM | Arrival Time 08:39PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:09 AM Delano, CA | 0h55 | 11:04 AM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:44 AM Delano, CA | 0h55 | 12:39 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:49 PM Delano, CA | 0h55 | 4:44 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Delano, CA | 0h35 | 5:05 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 PM Delano, CA | 0h55 | 8:39 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA with Greyhound. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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 Delano, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses use the Delano, High St. / 12th Ave to Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Delano, CA and Bakersfield, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Delano, High St. / 12th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Delano, High St. / 12th Ave. ATMs are available at Delano, High St. / 12th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at Delano, High St. / 12th Ave.
Available at Delano, High St. / 12th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Delano, High St. / 12th Ave: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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.
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