Bus from Salem, OR, US to Bakersfield: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Salem to Bakersfield on 21 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Liberty St SE
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBusBus
Liberty St SE
McKee Park & RideNo tags
FlixBusBus
Liberty St SE
McKee Park & RideNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Liberty St SE
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Liberty St SE
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

Get from Salem to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
14h 10mAverage duration
693 milesDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Salem, OR, 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 Salem to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Salem to Bakersfield start from £96. The average price for this route is around £114. 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 Salem to Bakersfield?

    The average bus journey time from Salem to Bakersfield is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 693 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 10m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salem to Bakersfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Fronteras del Norte, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Salem to Bakersfield at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:05.

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

    A bus journey from Salem to Bakersfield produces an estimated 28 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 Salem 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 5733 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £146

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

You can expect to pay from £146 to £146 for a bus ticket from Salem, OR, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £146, which is on 2026-01-22.

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