What is the cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield is to BART and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $70 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut Creek and Bakersfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield station. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek BART and arriving at Bakersfield Train Station via San Ramon Transit Center, Dublin/Pleasanton BART and Tracy Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield?

The distance between Walnut Creek and Bakersfield is 285 miles. The road distance is 266.5 miles.

How do I travel from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield without a car is to BART and bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walnut Creek to Bakersfield bus from?

Walnut Creek to Bakersfield bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, depart from Dublin/Pleasanton BART station.

Where does the Walnut Creek to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Walnut Creek to Bakersfield bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, arrive at Tracy Transit Station.

Can I drive from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Creek to Bakersfield is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 119+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

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There are 5 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield by subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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BART, fly
best
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Meadows Field Airport (BFL)plane SFO - BFL
3h 39m
$70–282
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from MacArthur to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Bakersfieldbus San José
7h 26m
$42–63
Drive 265 mi
1. Drive from Walnut Creek to Bakersfieldcar 265 mi
4h 23m
$46–66
BART, bus via 12th Street / Oakland City Center
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Bakersfield, CAbus San Jose
8h 11m
$66–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Stationbus 150
2. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810
9h 52m
$43–74

Walnut Creek to Bakersfield by subway and bus

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7h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.5 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Walnut Creek, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Walnut Creek BART to Bakersfield Train Station via San Ramon Transit Center, Dublin Pleasanton BART, Dublin/Pleasanton BART, and Tracy Transit Center in around 9h 52m.

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How to get fromWalnut Creek to Bakersfieldby subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 5 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Bakersfield by subway, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

BART, fly

BART, bus

Drive 265 mi

BART, bus via 12th Street / Oakland City Center

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