How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Bakersfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Bakersfield start at R 729. The average price for this route is around R 1 131. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Bakersfield?

The average bus journey time from San Jose to Bakersfield is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 342 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Bakersfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa , Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Bakersfield at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Bakersfield produces an estimated 9 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Bakersfield from R 778 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
	06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
	00:55	Diridon Station	12h 20m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	14h 35m	15:30	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
	06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
	00:55	Diridon Station	12h 20m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	14h 35m	15:30	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
00:55	Diridon Station	12h 20m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
09:25	Diridon Station	11h 40m	21:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
00:55	Diridon Station	12h 20m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
12:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	20:39	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
05:35	Diridon Station	11h 30m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
12:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	20:39	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Diridon Station	8h 14m	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	17:30	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 30m	22:00	Bakersfield	Fastest
	06:15	Santiago Express San Jose	4h 45m	11:00	Bakersfield	No tags
	00:55	Diridon Station	12h 20m	13:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	14h 35m	15:30	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 729, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

5h 30mAverage duration

342 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 729 - R 4 309	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 310 - R 1 507	Average duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Bakersfield?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, 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

Tufesa

3.5/5696 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi3

Customers appreciate the comfortable seats on the bus, but some mention that there are too many stops causing delays of over 1 hour. Additionally, positive feedback is given for the friendly and welcoming driver.

Tufesa San Jose Bakersfield recent customer reviews

The driver is friendly and welcomed

Mai D.

15 April 2024

I missed the bus even though I was on time because it had left early.

Maria A.

24 March 2019

There is no customer support contact

Ste'von B.

20 April 2018

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, 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 San Jose to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Bakersfield start at R 729. The average price for this route is around R 1 131. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Bakersfield is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 342 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Bakersfield at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from San Jose to Bakersfield produces an estimated 9 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 1 073

13/12

R 969

Today

R 969

15/12

R 969

16/12

R 969

17/12

R 969

18/12

R 969

19/12

R 969

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 969

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

You can expect to pay from R 969 to R 3 839 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 969, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Greyhound, 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.