Bus Tickets from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield

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Next departures for Sacramento to Bakersfield on October 11
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

Bus
Average PriceUS$39 - US$97Average Duration5h 45m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$51 - US$81Average Duration7h 2m
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Sacramento to Bakersfield

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 US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
5h 45mAverage Duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sacramento, US to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$48
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 45m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:05am
Distance421 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Sacramento to Bakersfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sacramento, US - Bakersfield

  1. How far is Sacramento from Bakersfield?

    The distance between Sacramento and Bakersfield is around 424 km (263 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sacramento to Bakersfield?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Sacramento Station, in Sacramento, and end it at Tufesa Bus Station, in Bakersfield.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of US$38

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 US$38 to US$95 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 US$38 which is on 2025-10-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sacramento and Bakersfield!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Sacramento to Bakersfield that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sacramento to Bakersfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield?

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