Bus from Tucson to Bakersfield: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tucson to Bakersfield on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
TufesaBus
S 12th Ave
BakersfieldCheapest
TufesaBus
S 12th Ave
BakersfieldFastest
TufesaBus
S 12th Ave
BakersfieldNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
U of A
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
FlixBusBus
U of A
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:33 AM MST.

Get from Tucson to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
16hAverage Duration
822 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tucson 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 Tucson to Bakersfield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to Bakersfield start from $81. The average price for this route is around $186. 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 Tucson to Bakersfield?

    The average bus travel time from Tucson to Bakersfield is 16h, covering a distance of 822 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by Tufesa.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tucson to Bakersfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Tucson to Bakersfield at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Tucson to Bakersfield generates an estimated 21 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 Tucson to Bakersfield?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-26
$162
11-27
$162
Today
$162
11-29
No data
11-30
$162
12-01
No data
12-02
No data
12-03
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to Bakersfield was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $484 for a bus ticket from Tucson to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually Greyhound 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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