Bus from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Sacramento to Bakersfield on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Sacramento Station
16th St (Bakersfield)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Sacramento Station
16th St (Bakersfield)Fastest
FlixBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Sacramento Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Amtrak StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
5h 45mAverage Duration
422 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$58 - $180Average Duration5h 45m
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$78 - $124Average Duration7h 2m
38kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Bakersfield start from $58. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Bakersfield is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 422 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Bakersfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, Fronteras del Norte, Tufesa, Los Limousines, Monarca.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Bakersfield at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    A bus trip from Sacramento to Bakersfield generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sacramento 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-29
$89
11-30
$88
Today
$72
12-02
$68
12-03
$61
12-04
$58
12-05
$55
12-06
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $181 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Fronteras del Norte will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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