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Next departures to Bakersfield

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    $239
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    $246
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    $316
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Springfield
    Destination location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: Duration:
    $205
Bus Bakersfield to Springfield: Trip Overview

Bus Bakersfield to Springfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$235
Average bus trip duration2d 2h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure8:50 AM
Distance1626 miles (2622 km)
Latest bus departure7:45 PM

Bakersfield to Springfield Buses

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bakersfield - Springfield

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Springfield without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Bakersfield to Springfield takes about 2d 2h on average, but you can get there in as little as 2d with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1629 miles (2628 km) that separate the two cities.

Bakersfield and Springfield are 1629 miles (2628 km) apart.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. With prices starting at $208, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $235 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $208 to $344, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Bakersfield to Springfield. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Bakersfield to Springfield.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bakersfield to Springfield, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bakersfield to Springfield.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bakersfield to Springfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Springfield to Bakersfield

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