How far is it from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield?

The distance between Hearst Castle and Bakersfield is 214 miles.

How do I travel from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield without a car is to travel and bus which takes 5h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 112+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Hearst Castle to Bakersfield - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield by unknown, bus, or train

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1. Walk from Hearst Castle to Paso Roblesunknown
2. Take the bus from Paso Robles to Visaliabus
3. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
5h 57m
Travel, train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Walk from Hearst Castle to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationunknown
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbaratrain
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus
9h 52m

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Hearst Castle, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield. However, you can travel to Paso Robles, take the bus to Visalia, then take the bus to Bakersfield Train Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hearst Castle to Bakersfield via Paso Robles Amtrak Station, Santa Barbara, and Santa Barbara in around 9h 52m.

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