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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak Station | Old Town San Diego | CheapestFastest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | |||||
 | 16th St (Bakersfield) | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | |||||
 | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:25 PST.
Get from Bakersfield to San Diego
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and San Diego?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Diego?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bakersfield to San Diego start from £31. The average price for this route is around £47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to San Diego is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 208 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound, Limousine, Los Limousines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Diego at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to San Diego?
A bus journey from Bakersfield to San Diego produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bakersfield to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to San Diego?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bakersfield to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £31 to £135 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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