Bus from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to San Francisco on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
McKee Park & Ride
San Francisco Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Francisco Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:58 PM PST.

Get from Bakersfield to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
13h 5mAverage Duration
404 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Francisco start from $57. The average price for this route is around $119. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to San Francisco is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 404 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to San Francisco route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Francisco at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    A bus trip from Bakersfield to San Francisco generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to San Francisco?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$72
11-29
$106
11-30
$252
12-01
$189
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $307 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-11-29.

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