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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | N 27th Ave | Bakersfield | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | N 27th Ave | Bakersfield | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | N 27th Ave | Bakersfield | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
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Get from Phoenix to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Bakersfield?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield 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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Bakersfield start from $110. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Bakersfield is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 658 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Bakersfield at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Bakersfield generates an estimated 16 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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
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 Phoenix to Bakersfield?
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.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $632 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Amtrak, 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.
