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Palm Desert to Bakersfield

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372 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Palm Desert to Bakersfield

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Cheapest
By car (372 km)
3 h 55 min
372 km.
from $20
Other
Rideshare
3 h 55 min
372 km.
from $14.15
Bus
8 h 29 min
302 km.
Bus, Train
9 h 36 min
302 km.
from $105.92
Bus via San Bernardino
10 h 4 min
302 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.60–$56.20

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.94–$95.79

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.05–$61.31

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.93–$58.75

Sunline Transit

Phone:
+1 760-343-3451
Website:
sunline.org/
Bus from Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.59–$1.16

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Meadows
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$766.36

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Meadows
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$766.36

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Bus from San Bernardino to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Fontana station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Bakersfield station. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station via Indio Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

The distance between Palm Desert and Bakersfield is 408 km. The road distance is 372.4 km.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield without a car is to bus and night bus via Los Angeles which takes 7h 42m and costs $19.57 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Bakersfield bus from?

Palm Desert to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $217.39 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Palm Desert to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Bakersfield is 372 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Palm Desert to Bakersfield.

Which airlines fly from Palm Springs International Airport Airport to Meadows Field Airport Airport?

United Airlines and American Airlines offer flights from Palm Springs International Airport Airport to Meadows Field Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Bakersfield. Prices start at $54.03 per night.
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