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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | McKee Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | N 27th Ave | Bakersfield | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | N 27th Ave | Bakersfield | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
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Get from Phoenix to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 99 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Bakersfield?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- 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
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - B1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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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 ARS 99 252. The average price for this route is around ARS 142 544. 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 15m, covering a distance of 673 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tufesa, Amtrak, FlixBus, 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 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield produces an estimated 16.805600000000002 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 5791 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 4.0 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.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield was searched and found on 05 May 2026 with a price of ARS 96 160To 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 ARS 96 160 to ARS 631 278 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 ARS 96 160, which is on 2026-05-05.
Usually Amtrak 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.
