Bus Tickets from New York City to Bakersfield

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  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Bakersfield.

Average Price$227 - $682Average Duration3d 3h
99kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$353 - $526Average Duration2d 23h
359kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York City to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $353, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
2d 23hAverage Duration
$353Cheapest ticket
359kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$383
Average bus trip duration3d 3h
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure1:35am
Distance2448 miles (3947 km)
Latest bus departure11:59pm

New York City to Bakersfield Bus

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$239
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Bakersfield was searched and found on Aug 23, 2025 with a price of $239

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

You can expect to pay from $239 to $561 for a bus ticket from New York City to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $239 which is on 2025-08-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York City and Bakersfield!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Bakersfield, 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 New York City to Bakersfield.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York City to Bakersfield.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Bakersfield?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

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You can also go to Bakersfield by train

Train from New York City to Bakersfield

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