What is the cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Avila Beach and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Bakersfield via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to Bakersfield?

The distance between Avila Beach and Bakersfield is 283 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

How do I travel from Avila Beach to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 7h 37m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Bakersfield bus from?

Avila Beach to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Avila Beach to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Avila Beach to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Avila Beach to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to Bakersfield is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Avila Beach to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 124+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Avila Beach to Bakersfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Avila Beach to Bakersfield by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 37m
$95–143
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to Bakersfieldcar 130.6 mi
2h 39m
$24–35
Train, bus via Van Nuys
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from San Fernando to Bakersfieldbus Guadalajara
8h 2m
$98–189
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbaratrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 38m
$100–168

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Distance: 280.9 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Avila Beach, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Avila Beach to Bakersfield via San Luis Obispo and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 7h 37m.

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