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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Palmdale is to bus which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Palmdale is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Palmdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Palmdale. However, there are services departing from GET Downtown Transit Center and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Palmdale?

The distance between Bakersfield and Palmdale is 103 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Palmdale without a car is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $9 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Bakersfield to Palmdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Palmdale bus from?

Bakersfield to Palmdale bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from GET Downtown Transit Center station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Palmdale bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Palmdale bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Palmdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Palmdale is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bakersfield to Palmdale.

Where can I stay near Palmdale?

There are 62+ hotels available in Palmdale.

Bakersfield to Palmdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bakersfield to Palmdale by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
3h 39m
$9–14
Drive 91.5 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Palmdalecar 91.5 mi
1h 48m
$17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus San José
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Palmdale Stationtrain AV Line
4h 7m
$22–40

Bakersfield to Palmdale by bus and train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Palmdale, CA, USA?

Kern Transit operates a bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. 4 times a day. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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