What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 49m and costs $65 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose. However, there are services departing from California & P and arriving at San Jose via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose?

The distance between Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) and San Jose is 282 miles. The road distance is 241.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose bus from?

Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose bus arrive?

Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 398+ hotels available in San Jose.

Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BFL - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 49m
$69–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Guadalajara
6h 29m
$30–52
Drive 240.5 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Josecar 240.5 mi
4h 10m
$44–64
Bus via Santa Clara & Market
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
7h 26m
$57–92

Bakersfield Station (Amtrak) to San Jose by foot and bus

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Distance: 280.8 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Bakersfield Station (Amtrak), CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Tufesa Mexico operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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