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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | El Monte California | Bakersfield | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | El Monte Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | McKee Park & Ride | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:28 PM PST.
Get from El Monte to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Bakersfield?
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
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 El Monte, 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 El Monte to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Monte to Bakersfield start from $61. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 El Monte to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from El Monte to Bakersfield is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 173 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the El Monte to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tufesa, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Monte to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from El Monte to Bakersfield at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Monte to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from El Monte to Bakersfield generates an estimated 4 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 El Monte 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 El Monte to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Monte 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 El Monte to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tufesa, 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 El Monte, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Monte, US to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $120 for a bus ticket from El Monte, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2026-01-05.
