- Must visit
Kern County Museum
Well-curated local history museum with exhibits on oil, agriculture, and community life in Kern County.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Bakersfield, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, while a bus costs an average of €52.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Take a train from Santa Ana, CA to Bakersfield, CA and enjoy the approximately 129 miles (209 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:01.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Well-curated local history museum with exhibits on oil, agriculture, and community life in Kern County.
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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.
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