What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to San Jose is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to San Jose is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 48m and costs $65 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bakersfield and arriving at San Jose. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to San Jose?

The distance between Bakersfield and San Jose is 282 miles. The road distance is 241.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to San Jose?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Bakersfield to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to San Jose bus from?

Bakersfield to San Jose bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bakersfield to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to San Jose is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Bakersfield to San Jose.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose?

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Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 423+ hotels available in San Jose.

Bakersfield to San Jose - 5 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to San Jose 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 San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 48m
$69–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Guadalajara
5h
$30–50
Drive 240 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to San Josecar 240 mi
4h 9m
$44–64
Bus via Santa Clara & Market
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
6h 5m
$61–86
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Lxit 3323
6h 16m

Bakersfield to San Jose by bus

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Distance: 280.6 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Tufesa Mexico operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 5h. International Bus Lines also services this route once daily.

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