What is the cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield is to train and bus which costs $27 - $55 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between University of California, Riverside and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield. However, there are services departing from UCR at Bannockburn Village and arriving at Bakersfield via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Where do I catch the University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield bus from?

University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Can I drive from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield.

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University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield

Q: How far is it from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield?

The distance between University of California, Riverside and Bakersfield is 168 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

Q: How do I travel from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $55 - $85.

Q: How long does it take to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield by bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 26m
$55–82
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
5h 59m
$27–51
Drive 164.5 mi
1. Drive from University of California, Riverside to Bakersfieldcar 164.5 mi
2h 50m
$30–44
Bus via Benton + Prospect/ V.A. Hospital
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Bakersfield, CAbus Nogales
7h 30m
$48–74

University of California, Riverside to Bakersfield by foot and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between University of California, Riverside, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Riverside to Bakersfield twice daily. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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