- Must visit
Kern County Museum
Large local history museum with dozens of historic buildings, regional exhibits, and a strong introduction to Kern County’s oil, agriculture, and pioneer past.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Bakersfield, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 15 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Bakersfield, CA on Thu, Jul 02, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:40 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h10 | 11:50 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 4h35 | 3:05 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 12:40 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h50 | 3:30 PM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:40 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h20 | 4:00 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2h15 | 3:30 PM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2h45 | 4:00 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 5h00 | 6:30 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:45 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h45 | 5:30 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 4h00 | 6:30 PM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h40 | 7:10 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2h15 | 1:00 AM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 1h45 | 1:00 AM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h10 | 2:00 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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0 | 6:20 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h55 | 10:15 AM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h35 | 9:35 AM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h55 | 9:55 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h15 | 10:15 AM Bakersfield, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Bakersfield, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bakersfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bakersfield trip today.
Large local history museum with dozens of historic buildings, regional exhibits, and a strong introduction to Kern County’s oil, agriculture, and pioneer past.
Family-friendly museum focused on geology, paleontology, fossils, and regional natural history, including hands-on displays popular with children.
Well-regarded art museum in Mill Creek Park featuring rotating exhibitions, California art, sculpture, and a compact but attractive campus.
The city’s main historic and cultural district, with theaters, murals, civic landmarks, nightlife, and some of Bakersfield’s most walkable blocks.
Popular waterfront park with lakeside paths, broad lawns, and sunset views; one of the city’s most photogenic and relaxing public spaces.
Scenic bluff-top walking area with sweeping views over the Kern River corridor and city, especially popular for sunrise and sunset walks.
Central California barbecue staple featuring beef tri-tip seasoned simply and grilled over red oak. It is closely tied to the region and commonly enjoyed at local steakhouses and barbecue spots.
A traditional multi-course meal reflecting Bakersfield's strong Basque heritage, often including soup, beans, salad, pickled tongue, fries, and a meat main course served family-style.
Hearty soup long associated with Bakersfield Basque restaurants. Rich, slow-cooked, and comforting, it is one of the city's most recognizable heritage dishes.
Long-running Basque restaurant serving hearty traditional meals in a classic, no-frills setting. Known for communal dining and strong local character.
Established Italian-American favorite known for sandwiches, pasta, and a bustling old-school deli atmosphere. A Bakersfield institution with loyal local following.
Popular casual spot for breakfast and comfort food, valued for friendly service and generous portions in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
Costs are generally lower than in major California cities, with moderate prices for meals, transport, and hotels.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants before tax. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 for helpful service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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.

Most Los Angeles, CA to Bakersfield, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park). Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Bakersfield, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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