What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA is to Caltrain and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $80 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Bakersfield, CA?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose and arriving at Bakersfield. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA?

The distance between San Jose and Bakersfield, CA is 261 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA?

The bus from San Jose to Bakersfield takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Bakersfield, CA bus from?

San Jose to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San Jose to Bakersfield, CA bus arrive?

San Jose to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Bakersfield, CA is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield, CA?

There are 117+ hotels available in Bakersfield, CA.

San Jose to Bakersfield, CA - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from San Jose to Bakersfield, CA by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Bakersfieldbus San José
4h 37m
$30–50
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from San Jose to Bakersfield, CAcar 242 mi
4h 13m
$45–64
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane SFO - BFL
3h 45m
$80–295
Bus via San Jose Fronteras
1. Take the bus from San Jose Fronteras to Bakersfield, CAbus San Jose
5h 30m
$55–85

San Jose to Bakersfield, CA by bus and foot

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Distance: 259.4 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Tufesa Mexico operates a bus from San Jose to Bakersfield once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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