What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 20m and costs $65 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at El Camino & Embarcadero via King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Bakersfield and Silicon Valley is 265 miles. The road distance is 259.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley without a car is to bus and line 22 bus which takes 6h 54m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus from?

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Silicon Valley is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 512+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley - 4 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Silicon Valley 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 Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 20m
$67–266
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Guadalajara
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Embarcaderobus 22
6h 54m
$33–49
Drive 257.8 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Silicon Valleycar 257.8 mi
4h 26m
$48–68
Bus, line 22 bus via Bakersfield, CA
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Wellsbus 22
7h 32m
$61–86

Bakersfield to Silicon Valley by bus

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.8 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Silicon Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to El Camino & Embarcadero via King & Virginia in around 6h 54m.

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