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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Harbor Boulevard | Amtrak Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Harbor Boulevard | Amtrak Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:05 PM PST.
Get from Ventura to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 2 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ventura 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 Ventura to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ventura to Bakersfield start from $42. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Ventura to Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from Ventura to Bakersfield is 2h 46m, covering a distance of 125 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Ventura to Bakersfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ventura to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Ventura to Bakersfield at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 12:34pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ventura to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Ventura to Bakersfield generates an estimated 3 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 Ventura 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 Ventura 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 Ventura 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 Ventura 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 Ventura to Bakersfield was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ventura to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $39 for a bus ticket from Ventura to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-29.
