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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 20 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: BakersfieldDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: San Luis ObispoArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: BakersfieldDestination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: BakersfieldDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: San Luis ObispoArrival time: June 21 atDestination city: BakersfieldDestination location: McKee Park & RideOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to BakersfieldAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 9 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield Bus
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The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of $60To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
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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 San Luis Obispo and Bakersfield!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield, get comfy and count the stars.
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 San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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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