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

The cheapest way to get from Brea to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brea to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Brea and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Brea to Bakersfield station. However, there are services departing from Brea-Imperial and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Brea to Bakersfield?

The distance between Brea and Bakersfield is 141 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brea to Bakersfield without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 5h 6m and costs $27 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Brea to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brea to Bakersfield bus from?

Brea to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Brea to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Brea to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Brea to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Brea to Bakersfield is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Brea to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 108+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Brea to Bakersfield - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brea to Bakersfield by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus via Los Angeles
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 6m
$27–53
Drive 135.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brea to Bakersfieldcar 135.2 mi
2h 27m
$25–36
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 10m
$47–72
Bus #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 41m
$50–78

Brea to Bakersfield by bus, train, and foot

33Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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