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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 | The Woodlands - Windvale Center | McKee Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 446, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Bakersfield?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Bakersfield start at R 2 446. The average price for this route is around R 4 789. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Bakersfield is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 2293 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Bakersfield at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Houston to Bakersfield produces an estimated 57 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Bakersfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston 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 Houston to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Houston, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 569To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 569 to R 6 204 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 087, which is on 2026-01-23.
