Bus Tickets from St. Louis to Bakersfield

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  • Departure time: January 3 at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: January 5 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 3 at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: St Louis, MO
    Arrival time: January 5 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 3 at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: St Louis, MO
    Arrival time: January 5 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 3 at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: January 5 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 3 at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: January 5 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Bakersfield

Bus
Average PriceUS$155 - US$390Average Duration1d 20h
64kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$225 - US$402Average Duration1d 22h
234kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
US$155Cheapest ticket
64kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$160
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure1:20am
Distance2577 km
Latest bus departure4:30pm

St. Louis to Bakersfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Bakersfield

  1. What is the travel distance from St. Louis to Bakersfield?

    It's about 2579 km (1599 miles) from St. Louis to Bakersfield.

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

    Buses departing from Gateway Station in St. Louis will take you to Tufesa Bus Station in Bakersfield.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Bakersfield was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$268

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