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 | 16th St (Bakersfield) | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New York Port Authority | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New York Port Authority | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New York Port Authority | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:30 PM PST.
Get from Bakersfield to New York City
The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $280, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and New York City?
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
Stops in New York City
- A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - B40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- C4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to New York City 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 Bakersfield to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to New York City start from $280. The average price for this route is around $615. 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 Bakersfield to New York City?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to New York City is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 3943 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to New York City route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to New York City at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to New York City?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to New York City generates an estimated 99 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 Bakersfield to New York City?
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 Bakersfield to New York City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Bakersfield to New York City was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $483To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to New York City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $483 to $586 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $483 which is on 2026-01-16.
