Bus from Los Angeles, US to Bakersfield: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Bakersfield on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
UCLA
Amtrak StationCheapest
TufesaBus
Suc. Pacoima
BakersfieldFastest
TufesaBus
613 Maple Ave
BakersfieldNo tags
FlixBusBus
Los Angeles Union Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

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Get from Los Angeles to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
2h 20mAverage duration
101 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Los Angeles, US to Bakersfield

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Bakersfield start from £17. The average price for this route is around £32. 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 journey from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Bakersfield is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by Tufesa.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Bakersfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines, Fronteras del Norte, Monarca.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Bakersfield at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

    A bus journey from Los Angeles to Bakersfield produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
30/11
£19
01/12
£28
Today
£16
03/12
£16
04/12
£16
05/12
£16
06/12
£16
07/12
£16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £74 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-03.

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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