Previously seen journeys
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 | Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Get from Berkeley to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £52
Amtrak Berkeley Bakersfield recent customer reviews
Very pleasant. The staff were very helpful and courteous. I will definitely go with the train instead of the plane when possible.
Cynthia C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berkeley to Bakersfield by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Berkeley to Bakersfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Berkeley to Bakersfield start from £52. The average price for this train route is around £52. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berkeley to Bakersfield?
The average train journey time from Berkeley to Bakersfield is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Berkeley to Bakersfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berkeley to Bakersfield?
The earliest train from Berkeley to Bakersfield departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 17:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Berkeley to Bakersfield was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berkeley to Bakersfield as early as possible.
