What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Orange County?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Orange County is to bus and train via Los Angeles which costs $24 - $45 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Orange County?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Orange County is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Orange County?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bakersfield Train Station station and arriving at Santa Ana Bus Stop. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Orange County?

The distance between Bakersfield and Orange County is 146 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Orange County without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Orange County without a car is to bus and train via Los Angeles which takes 3h 55m and costs $24 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Orange County?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Bakersfield to Orange County, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Orange County bus from?

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Orange County bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Orange County bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Orange County?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Orange County is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Bakersfield to Orange County.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Orange County?

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Where can I stay near Orange County?

There are 1189+ hotels available in Orange County.

Bakersfield to Orange County - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bakersfield to Orange County by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Bus, train via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Santa Anatrain OC Line
3h 55m
$25–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2006
4h 50m
$23–75
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Orange Countycar 142.4 mi
2h 33m
$26–38
Fly, train
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
3h 56m
$68–264
Bus, train (Amtrak)
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 15m
$48–75
Bus via Los Angeles (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Anabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 35m
$49–70

Bakersfield to Orange County by bus and train

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Orange County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to Santa Ana via Los Angeles in around 4h 35m.

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