What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Golden?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Golden is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Golden?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Golden is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $110 - $550.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Golden?

The distance between Bakersfield and Golden is 892 miles. The road distance is 1023.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Golden without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Golden without a car is to bus which takes 25h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Golden?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Bakersfield to Golden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Golden bus from?

Bakersfield to Golden bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Golden?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Golden is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 25h 5m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Golden bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Golden bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Las Vegas station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Golden?

Golden is 1h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 10:31 PM in Bakersfield and 11:31 PM in Golden.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Golden?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Golden is 1024 miles. It takes approximately 16h 8m to drive from Bakersfield to Golden.

Where can I stay near Golden?

There are 992+ hotels available in Golden.

Bakersfield to Golden - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Golden?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Golden. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Washington Ave & 13th St via Las Vegas Downtown, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Idaho Springs and Federal Center Station Gate D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 5m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Golden by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Denver (DEN)plane BFL - DEN
4h 44m
$114–508
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Las Vegasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Idaho Springs Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1200
25h 5m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
30h 48m
Drive 1,018 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Goldencar 1,018 mi
16h 8m
$186–269
Bus via Las Vegas
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Las Vegas Stripbus FlixBus 2038
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Idaho Springs Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1200
27h 30m
$196–298

Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Denver (DEN) flights

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Distance: 886.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Golden, CO, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Denver (DEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Washington Ave & 13th St via Las Vegas Downtown, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Idaho Springs Bus Stop, Idaho Springs, Federal Center Station Gate L, and Federal Center Station Gate D in around 25h 5m.

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