What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 44m and costs $65 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Santa Clara?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Santa Clara. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at El Camino & Lincoln via King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

The distance between Bakersfield and Santa Clara is 280 miles. The road distance is 245.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Santa Clara without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Santa Clara bus from?

Bakersfield to Santa Clara bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Santa Clara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Santa Clara is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Bakersfield to Santa Clara.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Santa Clara?

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Where can I stay near Santa Clara?

There are 497+ hotels available in Santa Clara.

Bakersfield to Santa Clara - 4 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 44m
$69–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Guadalajara
5h 52m
$36–52
Drive 244.1 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Santa Claracar 244.1 mi
4h 15m
$45–65
Bus via Bakersfield, CA
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
6h 29m
$61–86

Bakersfield to Santa Clara by bus

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5h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Santa Clara, CA, USA?

Tufesa Mexico operates a bus from Bakersfield to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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