What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Bakersfield, CA?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Niles & Orange via Truxtun @ Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Bakersfield, CA is 160 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA without a car is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA bus from?

Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield, CA?

There are 109+ hotels available in Bakersfield, CA.

Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 52m
$55–76
Drive 146.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CAcar 146.5 mi
2h 42m
$27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield, CAbus Nogales
5h 6m
$57–117

Santa Barbara to Bakersfield, CA by train and bus

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfield once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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