Bus from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Amtrak StationNo tags
AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
San Luis Obispo
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBusBus
San Luis Obispo
McKee Park & RideNo tags
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Amtrak StationNo tags

Get from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
11h 20mAverage Duration
150 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield start from $76. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?

    The average bus travel time from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield generates an estimated 4 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 San Luis Obispo 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.

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

    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 San Luis Obispo 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Luis Obispo 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.

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