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Kern County Museum
A major local history museum with historic buildings, exhibits on Kern County, and the well-known Black Gold oil exhibit. Good for understanding Bakersfield’s regional identity.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inglewood, CA to Bakersfield, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
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Buses from Inglewood, CA to Bakersfield, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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A major local history museum with historic buildings, exhibits on Kern County, and the well-known Black Gold oil exhibit. Good for understanding Bakersfield’s regional identity.
A family-friendly museum focused on fossils, geology, archaeology, and regional natural history. Especially strong for dinosaur and Ice Age displays.
The city’s main art museum, featuring California art, rotating exhibitions, and a sculpture garden in a pleasant park setting.
The city’s main historic and cultural core, known for theaters, murals, civic buildings, and walkable blocks with the strongest concentration of sights.
A popular lakeside park with paths, bridges, lawns, and sunset views. It is one of the city’s favorite casual walking and photo spots.
A scenic natural area with trails and river-edge habitat. A strong pick for a quieter local outdoor experience.
A Bakersfield classic rooted in the city’s Basque community, typically including soup, beans, salad, pickled tongue, fries, bread, and a hearty meat main served in generous shared courses.
Central California’s signature beef cut, seasoned simply and grilled over red oak or similar hardwood. It is especially popular across Bakersfield for casual cookouts and steakhouse meals.
A regional Mexican favorite widely loved in Bakersfield, made with pork simmered in a roasted green chile sauce. It reflects the city’s strong Mexican and Central Valley food culture.
A well-known local breakfast and lunch spot serving generous American comfort food in a lively, welcoming diner atmosphere.
A landmark Basque restaurant famous for traditional family-style meals, classic cocktails, and a historic old-school dining atmosphere.
A long-running downtown Basque favorite known for hearty set dinners, friendly service, and a casual historic setting.
Costs are moderate by California standards. Dining is fairly affordable, while hotels and cars can add up.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants; 20% for strong service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inglewood, CA to Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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