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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $5 - $8 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. and arriving at GET Downtown Transit Center via Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Bakersfield is 132 miles. The road distance is 103 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs $5 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Bakersfield bus from?

Ridgecrest to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr./Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Bakersfield is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 117+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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There are 2 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Bakersfield by bus or car

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1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to GET Downtown Transit Centerbus 100
4h 3m
$5–8
Drive 102.4 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Bakersfieldcar 102.4 mi
2h 17m
$19–27

Ridgecrest to Bakersfield by bus

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Kern County Superior Court/N. China Lake Blvd. to GET Downtown Transit Center via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. in around 4h 3m.

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