How much is the bus ticket from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Bakersfield start at R 1 100. The average price for this route is around R 1 800. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Phoenix to Bakersfield?

The average bus journey time from Phoenix to Bakersfield is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 658 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Tufesa .

Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Bakersfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Tufesa , Greyhound , Amtrak , Los Limousines .

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

The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Bakersfield at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield produces an estimated 16 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 Phoenix 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Bakersfield from R 1 139 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:15	N 27th Ave	9h 30m	01:45	Bakersfield	CheapestFastest
	Bus	15:55	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 10m	02:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Phoenix Bus Station	12h 25m	10:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	20h 45m	10:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Phoenix Bus Station	12h 5m	09:55	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	11h 40m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	N 27th Ave	9h 30m	01:45	Bakersfield	Fastest
	Bus	01:30	N 27th Ave	9h 45m	10:15	Bakersfield	No tags
	Bus	02:25	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 50m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:50	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 20m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	11h 40m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	00:20	N 27th Ave	8h 50m	08:10	Bakersfield	Fastest
	Bus	01:30	N 27th Ave	9h 45m	10:15	Bakersfield	No tags
	Bus	02:25	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 50m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:50	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 20m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25	Phoenix Bus Station	10h 40m	21:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	N 27th Ave	9h 30m	01:45	Bakersfield	Fastest
	Bus	01:30	N 27th Ave	9h 45m	10:15	Bakersfield	No tags
	Bus	02:25	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 50m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:50	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 20m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Phoenix Bus Station	12h 5m	09:55	McKee Park & Ride	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	N 27th Ave	9h 30m	01:45	Bakersfield	Fastest
	Bus	01:30	N 27th Ave	9h 45m	10:15	Bakersfield	No tags
	Bus	02:25	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 50m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:50	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 20m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Phoenix to Bakersfield on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	11h 40m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	N 27th Ave	9h 30m	01:45	Bakersfield	Fastest
	Bus	01:30	N 27th Ave	9h 45m	10:15	Bakersfield	No tags
	Bus	02:25	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 50m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:50	Phoenix Bus Station	11h 20m	19:10	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 5:45 PM MST.

Get from Phoenix to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

11h 50mAverage duration

658 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Bakersfield?

Stops in Phoenix

A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
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B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051
D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034
E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 917 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tufesa

3.5/5704 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi3.1

Greyhound

3.5/587 480 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 706 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Los Limousines

3.5/5290 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Bakersfield start at R 1 100. The average price for this route is around R 1 800. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Phoenix to Bakersfield is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 658 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Bakersfield at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield produces an estimated 16 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 Phoenix 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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

03/01

R 1 603

04/01

R 1 603

Today

R 1 603

06/01

R 1 510

07/01

R 1 206

08/01

R 1 274

09/01

R 1 485

10/01

R 1 164

The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 164

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 164 to R 8 318 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 164, which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually Tufesa, 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.