Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Barstow Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Travel Center | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Travel Center | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Travel Center | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Travel Center | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
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Get from Barstow to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Barstow and Bakersfield?
Stops in Barstow
- A1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
- B
Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr
2856 Lenwood Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, 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 by bus from Barstow to Bakersfield
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Barstow to Bakersfield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Barstow to Bakersfield start from £25. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barstow to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Barstow to Bakersfield is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 119 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Barstow to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Los Limousines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barstow to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Barstow to Bakersfield at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barstow to Bakersfield?
A bus journey from Barstow to Bakersfield produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Barstow 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Barstow to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow to Bakersfield was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barstow to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £28 to £127 for a bus ticket from Barstow to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, 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.
