Bus from Seattle to Bakersfield: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to Bakersfield on January 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
16th St (Bakersfield)CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of Washington
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:25 PM PST.

Get from Seattle to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
1394 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Bakersfield start from $159. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Seattle to Bakersfield?

    The average bus travel time from Seattle to Bakersfield is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1394 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Bakersfield at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to Bakersfield generates an estimated 35 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 Seattle 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 87500 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

Best price found
01-12
$228
01-13
$170
Today
$197
01-15
$251
01-16
$284
01-17
$254
01-18
No data
01-19
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $170

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

You can expect to pay from $170 to $284 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $251 which is on 2026-01-15.

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