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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Whittier is to bus via Philadelphia/Painter which costs $19 - $40 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Whittier is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Whittier?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Whittier. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Beverly / Norwalk via Alameda / Los Angeles and Beverly/Woods. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Whittier?

The distance between Bakersfield and Whittier is 127 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Whittier without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Bakersfield to Whittier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Whittier bus from?

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

Where does the Bakersfield to Whittier bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Whittier bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Whittier?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Whittier is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Bakersfield to Whittier.

Where can I stay near Whittier?

There are 1361+ hotels available in Whittier.

Bakersfield to Whittier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 55m
$43–60
Bus via Philadelphia/Painter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from East L.A. College to Philadelphia/Painterbus 10 Whittier Blvd
4h 4m
$20–38
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Whittiercar 124.7 mi
2h 21m
$23–33
Fly, tram, line 7 bus
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 Norwalk Stationtram
3. Take the bus from C Line Station to Painter Avenue and Philadelphia Streetbus
3h 27m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus San José
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
4h 42m
$23–41

Bakersfield to Whittier by bus and tram (Amtrak)

70Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles every 3 hours. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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