Bus Tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Reno, NV

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Reno

Average PriceUS$59 - US$196Average Duration15h 5m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$80 - US$108Average Duration8h 58m
43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bakersfield to Reno

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 8 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 58mAverage Duration
US$80Cheapest ticket
43kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bakersfield to Reno: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$108
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 5m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure2:30am
Distance478 km
Latest bus departure8:15pm

Bakersfield to Reno Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Bakersfield to Reno.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Bakersfield to Reno from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Reno from Bakersfield, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bakersfield - Reno

  1. How long is the trip from Bakersfield to Reno by bus?

    The bus ride from Bakersfield to Reno takes 15h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Reno in about 10h 35m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Bakersfield to Reno?

    Bakersfield and Reno are 473 km (293 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bakersfield to Reno?

    Buses departing from Tufesa Bus Station in Bakersfield will take you to Reno Station in Reno.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Reno?

    The least expensive way to go from Bakersfield to Reno would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$59, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Bakersfield to Reno?

    The bus from Bakersfield to Reno will cost you US$108, on average.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Bakersfield to Reno?

    Yes! If you're heading from Bakersfield to Reno, you'll find buses departing until 8:15pm and arriving the next day.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Reno, as early as possible.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bakersfield to Reno, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bakersfield to Reno.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Bakersfield to Reno

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Train from Bakersfield to Reno

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