What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 26m and costs $65 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Menlo Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Menlo Park. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at El Camino Real & Ravenswood Ave via King & Virginia and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Menlo Park?

The distance between Bakersfield and Menlo Park is 264 miles. The road distance is 261.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Menlo Park without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park without a car is to bus and line 22 bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus from?

Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Menlo Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Menlo Park is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Bakersfield to Menlo Park.

Where can I stay near Menlo Park?

There are 264+ hotels available in Menlo Park.

Bakersfield to Menlo Park - 4 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 26m
$67–276
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Guadalajara
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
7h 21m
$36–51
Drive 260.4 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Menlo Parkcar 260.4 mi
4h 29m
$48–69
Bus, line 22 bus via Bakersfield, CA
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
7h 58m
$64–89

Bakersfield to Menlo Park by bus

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7h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.5 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Menlo Park, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to El Camino Real & Ravenswood Ave via King & Virginia and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 in around 7h 21m.

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