Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | McKee Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | McKee Park & Ride | No tags |
Get from Houston to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Bakersfield?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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 Houston, 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Bakersfield start from $209. The average price for this route is around $428. 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Bakersfield is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2293 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Bakersfield at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Houston to Bakersfield generates an estimated 57 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 Houston 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Bakersfield?
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 Houston to Bakersfield?
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 Houston, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $301To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
