Bus from Dallas, TX to Bakersfield: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dallas to Bakersfield on January 18
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Dallas Bus Station
16th St (Bakersfield)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Dallas Bus Station
16th St (Bakersfield)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Dallas Bus Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Dallas Bus Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Dallas Bus Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:05 PM CST.

Get from Dallas to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1273 milesDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Bakersfield by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Bakersfield start from $149. The average price for this route is around $199. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    The average bus trip duration from Dallas to Bakersfield is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1273 miles (2053 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dallas to Bakersfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Bakersfield at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    A bus trip from Dallas to Bakersfield generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Dallas 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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Dallas to Bakersfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas 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.

Best price found
01/11
$259
01/12
$183
Today
$164
01/14
$166
01/15
No data
01/16
$154
01/17
$161
01/18
$179
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $154

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

You can expect to pay from $154 to $259 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2026-01-16.

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