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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Newport Beach is to bus and line 47 bus via Los Angeles which costs $26 - $45 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Newport Beach is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Newport Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Newport Beach. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Placentia-Superior via Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Newport Beach?

The distance between Bakersfield and Newport Beach is 159 miles. The road distance is 151.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Newport Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Bakersfield to Newport Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Newport Beach bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Newport Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Newport Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Newport Beach is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Bakersfield to Newport Beach.

Where can I stay near Newport Beach?

There are 1489+ hotels available in Newport Beach.

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

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

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 31m
$94–132
Bus, line 47 bus via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Balboa-35Thbus 47
5h 28m
$26–45
Drive 150.2 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Newport Beachcar 150.2 mi
2h 50m
$28–40
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 to Placentia-Superiorbus 47
4h 52m
$49–69

Bakersfield to Newport Beach by bus

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to Placentia-Superior via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 6 in around 4h 52m.

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