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

The cheapest way to get from Placentia to Bakersfield is to train and bus which costs $23 - $45 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Placentia to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Placentia and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Placentia to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Chapman-Bradford and arriving at Bakersfield via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Placentia to Bakersfield?

The distance between Placentia and Bakersfield is 136 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Placentia to Bakersfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $23 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Placentia to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Placentia to Bakersfield bus from?

Placentia to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Where does the Placentia to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Placentia to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Placentia to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Placentia to Bakersfield is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Placentia to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 122+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Placentia to Bakersfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromPlacentia to Bakersfield

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Placentia to Bakersfield by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
3h 47m
$24–45
Drive 139.9 mi
1. Drive from Placentia to Bakersfieldcar 139.9 mi
2h 26m
$26–37
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane LAX - BFL
3h 38m
$66–290
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 10m
$42–62
Bus via Los Angeles (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 41m
$38–67
Bus via The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Bakersfield - 1821 18th St Internationalbus 1
6h 20m
$37–52

Placentia to Bakersfield by train and bus

38Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Placentia to Bakersfield.

Launch map view

Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Bakersfield once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.