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Three ways to Travel from San Francisco to Bakersfield, Ca

Composite routes from San Francisco to Bakersfield, Ca

Cheapest
4 h 48 min
Car
459 km.
from $25
Other
7 h 42 min
406 km.
from $118.26

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Meadows
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$433.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Oakland to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
6h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.82–$153.08

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.65–$10.84

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Merced
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.21–$102.05

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.30–$76.54

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.37–$70.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA is to drive which costs $48.91 - $76.09 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $173.91 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Bakersfield, CA?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco station to Bakersfield, CA. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Bus Station and arriving at Bakersfield, CA via Merced. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

The distance between San Francisco and Bakersfield, CA is 423 km. The road distance is 459.8 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA without a car is to bus which takes 7h 42m and costs $45.65 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA bus from?

San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $173.91 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $152.17 and takes 7h 42m, you could also train, which costs $36.96 - $141.30 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA bus arrive?

San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Merced Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA is 460 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from San Francisco to Bakersfield, CA.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield, CA?

There are 94+ hotels available in Bakersfield, CA. Prices start at $52.36 per night.
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