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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Bakersfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £42
Amtrak Sacramento Bakersfield recent customer reviews
The journey was very smooth and nice. The sitting arrangement, the timing and cleanliness was good. I look forward travel again in near future. Thanks.
Madhukar P.
Well done
Arshpreet K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Sacramento to Bakersfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Bakersfield start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Bakersfield?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Bakersfield is 7h 2m, covering a distance of 261 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Bakersfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Bakersfield?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Bakersfield departs at 05:55. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £40 to £64 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-01.
