Find coaches from Bakersfield to Chicago

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Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 8 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
McKee Park & Ride
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Greyhound
16th St (Bakersfield)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound
16th St (Bakersfield)
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
McKee Park & Ride
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
16th St (Bakersfield)
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bakersfield to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$160 - US$433Average duration2d 8h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$458 - US$458Average duration3d
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Bakersfield to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
US$160Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bakersfield to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$250
Average bus trip duration2d 8h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure04:55
Distance1741 miles
Latest bus departure20:50

Bakersfield to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bakersfield - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Bakersfield by coach?

    The distance between Bakersfield and Chicago by coach is approximately 1741 miles (2808 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Bakersfield without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Chicago was searched and found on 7 Oct 2025 with a price of US$207

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

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 Bakersfield and Chicago!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bakersfield to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bakersfield to Chicago?

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