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 | Santa Monica Pier | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
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Bus Santa Monica to Bakersfield: Trip Overview
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Based on 5513 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$21
Santa Monica to Bakersfield Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Monica - Bakersfield
How far is Santa Monica from Bakersfield?
The distance between Santa Monica and Bakersfield is around 155 km (96 miles).
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Monica to Bakersfield was searched and found on Oct 17, 2025 with a price of US$19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Monica to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$19 for a bus ticket from Santa Monica to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-10-17.
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Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Monica to Bakersfield but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Monica to Bakersfield, 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 Santa Monica to Bakersfield.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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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