- Bakersfield to Los Angeles buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bakersfield | Suc. Pacoima | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bakersfield | 613 Maple Ave | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Get from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Los Angeles?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- C
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Los Angeles start from $34. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Los Angeles is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Fronteras del Norte, Amtrak, Monarca.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Los Angeles at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Los Angeles generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $144 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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