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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | UC Riverside | 16th St (Bakersfield) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:41 PST.
Get from Riverside to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Bakersfield?
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield
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 Riverside to Bakersfield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riverside to Bakersfield start from £25. The average price for this route is around £37. 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 Riverside to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Riverside to Bakersfield is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 134 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Bakersfield route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Bakersfield at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Bakersfield?
A bus journey from Riverside to Bakersfield produces an estimated 5 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 Riverside 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Bakersfield?
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 Riverside 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riverside to Bakersfield?
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 Riverside, CA to Bakersfield was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £23 to £99 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak, 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.
