How much is the bus ticket from Fresno to Bakersfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fresno to Bakersfield start at R 444. The average price for this route is around R 573. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Fresno to Bakersfield?

The average bus journey time from Fresno to Bakersfield is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Tufesa .

Which bus companies service the Fresno to Bakersfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Tufesa , Greyhound , Amtrak , Limousine , Los Limousines , Monarca .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fresno to Bakersfield?

The earliest bus departs from Fresno to Bakersfield at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fresno to Bakersfield?

A bus trip from Fresno to Bakersfield produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Fresno 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fresno to Bakersfield?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Fresno 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 Fresno 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.

Bus Fresno to Bakersfield from R 337 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fresno to Bakersfield on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:15	E St	1h 45m	22:00	Bakersfield	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Fresno to Bakersfield on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Amtrak Station	2h 20m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	E St	1h 45m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
Bus	09:00	E St	2h	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
Bus	07:15	Amtrak Station	2h	09:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	14:30	Amtrak Station	2h 35m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Fresno to Bakersfield on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Amtrak Station	2h 20m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
Bus	20:15	E St	1h 45m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
Bus	09:00	E St	2h	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
Bus	07:15	Amtrak Station	2h	09:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	14:30	Amtrak Station	2h 35m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Fresno to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 2 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 8mAverage duration

168 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 444 - R 1 075	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 469 - R 558	Average duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fresno and Bakersfield?

Stops in Fresno

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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B
E St
919 E St, Fresno, CA 93706, USA
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C
1157 F St
1157 F St, Fresno, CA 93706 , USA
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D
Train / Greyhound Station
1033 H St, Fresno, CA 93721
E
W Shaw Ave
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USA

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 610 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tufesa

3.5/5696 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi3

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 645 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Limousine

1/56 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Los Limousines

3.5/5277 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.7

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

WiFi0

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Fresno to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fresno to Bakersfield start at R 444. The average price for this route is around R 573. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Fresno to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Fresno to Bakersfield is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Fresno to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak, Limousine, Los Limousines, Monarca.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fresno to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Fresno to Bakersfield at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fresno to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Fresno to Bakersfield produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Fresno 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fresno to Bakersfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Fresno 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 Fresno 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.

Best price found

12/12

R 475

13/12

R 501

Today

R 501

15/12

No data

16/12

R 458

17/12

R 432

18/12

R 346

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The cheapest trip from Fresno, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 346

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

You can expect to pay from R 346 to R 605 for a bus ticket from Fresno, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 346, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Tufesa 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.