Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albuquerque Bus Station | McKee Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Albuquerque Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albuquerque Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albuquerque Bus Station | McKee Park & Ride | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-03 MST.
Get from Albuquerque to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Bakersfield?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albuquerque, US to Bakersfield by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Bakersfield start from $245. The average price for this route is around $367. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from Albuquerque to Bakersfield is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1123 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Bakersfield at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Albuquerque to Bakersfield generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Los Limousines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albuquerque to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Los Limousines, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $237To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albuquerque, US to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $237 to $351 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $237 which is on 2026-01-12.
