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

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield is to BART and fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $65 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Lafayette and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Lafayette to Bakersfield station. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek BART and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station via San Ramon Transit Center, Dublin/Pleasanton BART and Tracy Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Bakersfield?

The distance between Lafayette and Bakersfield is 282 miles. The road distance is 269.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield without a car is to BART and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Bakersfield bus from?

Lafayette to Bakersfield bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, depart from Dublin/Pleasanton BART station.

Where does the Lafayette to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Lafayette to Bakersfield bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, arrive at Tracy Transit Station.

Can I drive from Lafayette to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Bakersfield is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Lafayette to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield by subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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BART, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Lafayette to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane SFO - BFL
3h 40m
$69–282
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Stationbus 150
2. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810
10h 14m
$40–83
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from MacArthur to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Bakersfieldbus San José
7h 21m
$41–67
Drive 267.6 mi
1. Drive from Lafayette to Bakersfieldcar 267.6 mi
4h 25m
$49–71
BART, bus via 12th Street / Oakland City Center
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Bakersfield, CAbus San Jose
8h 6m
$65–102

Lafayette to Bakersfield by subway and bus

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7h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a subway from Lafayette to Bakersfield Train Station via Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek BART, San Ramon Transit Center, Dublin Pleasanton BART, Dublin/Pleasanton BART, and Tracy Transit Center in around 10h 14m.

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How to get fromLafayette to Bakersfieldby subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 5 ways to get from Lafayette to Bakersfield by subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

BART, fly

Bus

BART, bus

Drive 267.6 mi

BART, bus via 12th Street / Oakland City Center