What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $310 - $450 and takes 26h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 6h 8m and costs $190 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Bakersfield via Tulsa Bus Station and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 55m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

The distance between Des Moines and Bakersfield is 1453 miles. The road distance is 1707.8 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 44h 26m and costs $550 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Bakersfield bus from?

Des Moines to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield is to fly which takes 6h 8m and costs $190 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $340 - $600 and takes 47h 55m.

Where does the Des Moines to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Des Moines to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Tulsa station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Bakersfield?

Bakersfield is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 9:19 AM in Des Moines and 7:19 AM in Bakersfield.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Bakersfield is 1708 miles. It takes approximately 26h 24m to drive from Des Moines to Bakersfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Bakersfield?

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Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 124+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Des Moines to Bakersfield - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Bakersfield by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane DSM - BFL
6h 8m
$190–748
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus
44h 26m
$548–1,201
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Tulsabus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus
47h 55m
$344–593
Drive 1,697.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Bakersfieldcar 1,697.8 mi
26h 24m
$310–448

Des Moines to Bakersfield by bus, foot, and train

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44h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,444.1 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Bakersfield via Tulsa Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 47h 55m.

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