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Five ways to Travel from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta

Composite routes from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta

Cheapest
28 h 3 min
Car
2660 km.
from $146
Other
43 h 12 min
2118 km.
from $188.20
33 h 32 min
2118 km.
from $251.24
38 h 57 min
2118 km.
from $284.17

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$1,146.47

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$305.73–$1,210.17

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Bakersfield to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Tijuana
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$165.60

Omnibus de Mexico

Phone:
+52 55 5141 4300
Email:
Website:
odm.com.mx/
Bus from Tepic to Mezcales
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.55–$53.50
Bus from Tijuana to Tepic
Ave. Duration:
32h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$127.39–$229.29
Bus from Tepic to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$56.05

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Email:
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from Bakersfield to Tepic
Ave. Duration:
35h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.86–$305.73

ACN Autobuses

Phone:
+52 664 299 0487
Email:
Website:
acnautobuses.com/
Bus from Bakersfield to Tepic
Ave. Duration:
38h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$191.08

Pacífico

Phone:
+52 55 4440 3187
Email:
Website:
estrellablanca.com.mx/
Bus from Tepic to Bucerías
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.29–$19.11
Bus from Tepic to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.83–$21.66

Buses USA Tours

Phone:
+1 213 368 1172
Email:
Website:
busesusatours.com/
Bus from Los Angeles to Tepic
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.34–$229.29

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$53.26

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta is to bus which costs $97.83 - $184.78 and takes 41h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $239.13 - $1032.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Puerto Vallarta?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Puerto Vallarta via Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, Tepic and Mezcales. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 22m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

The distance between Bakersfield and Puerto Vallarta is 2153 km. The road distance is 2647.4 km.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 33h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta bus from?

Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $239.13 - $1032.61 . Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs and takes 33h 22m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is 1h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 05:26 in Bakersfield and 06:26 in Puerto Vallarta.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta is 2647 km. It takes approximately 28h 22m to drive from Bakersfield to Puerto Vallarta.

Which airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport Airport to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport Airport?

United Airlines and American Airlines offer flights from Meadows Field Airport Airport to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Puerto Vallarta?

There are 2058+ hotels available in Puerto Vallarta. Prices start at $51.05 per night.
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