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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Monica is to bus and line 33 bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 2h and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Santa Monica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Santa Monica Pier. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Santa Monica?

The distance between Bakersfield and Santa Monica is 126 miles. The road distance is 109.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Santa Monica without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $40 - $60.

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

The bus from Bakersfield to Santa Monica Pier takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Bakersfield to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Monica Pier station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Santa Monica is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Bakersfield to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3097+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Santa Monica by bus (Amtrak), car, plane, tram, bus, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Monica Pierbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 30m
$40–60
Bus, line 33 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
4h 1m
$19–35
Drive 108.9 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Santa Monicacar 108.9 mi
2h
$20–29
Fly, tram
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane BFL - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
2h 31m
$53–224
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the tram from Little Tokyo / Arts District Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram Metro E Line
3h 38m
$42–58

Bakersfield to Santa Monica by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Bakersfield to Santa Monica Pier twice daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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