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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | McKee Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | McKee Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:13 AM PST.
Get from San Diego to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 654, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Bakersfield?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Bakersfield by bus
How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Bakersfield cost?
The bus ticket price from San Diego to Bakersfield starts at R 654. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Bakersfield is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Bakersfield?
The average travel time between San Diego and Bakersfield is around 6h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 339 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Bakersfield?
The number of buses from San Diego to Bakersfield can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Bakersfield by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Bakersfield?
When taking the bus from San Diego to Bakersfield, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Bakersfield?
Buses travelling between San Diego and Bakersfield leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Tufesa Bus Station, Amtrak Station, Latino Travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 774To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 774 to R 2 197 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 774, which is on 2025-11-24.
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.
