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 Caltrain which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 31m.

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 19m and costs $65 - $260.

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 Santa Clara Transit Center via King & Story. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

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 Caltrain which takes 6h 31m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m 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 International Bus Lines, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Menlo Park bus services, operated by International Bus Lines, 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 430+ hotels available in Menlo Park.

Bakersfield to Menlo Park - 5 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 5 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 19m
$67–256
Bus, Caltrain
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Gilroybus Guadalajara
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
6h 31m
$39–56
Drive 260.4 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Menlo Parkcar 260.4 mi
4h 29m
$48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Lxit 3323
7h 17m
Bus, line 22 bus
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
$62–89

Bakersfield to Menlo Park by bus, foot, and train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.5 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

International Bus Lines operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Jose once daily, and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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