What is the travel distance from Modesto to Bakersfield?

About 193 miles (311 km) separate Modesto and Bakersfield.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Bakersfield?

The majority of buses traveling from Modesto to Bakersfield start their journey at Modesto Bus Station and wind up at Tufesa Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Modesto to Bakersfield from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Modesto to Bakersfield on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00pm	Modesto Bus Station	3h 35m	9:35pm	Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave	No tags
Bus	12:10am	Modesto Bus Station	4h 10m	4:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	12:35pm	Modesto Bus Station	4h 30m	5:05pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	Modesto Bus Station	5h 35m	7:10pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	3:05pm	Modesto	4h 50m	7:55pm	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 1mAverage Duration

191 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $86	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $48	Average Duration4h 1m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Modesto and Bakersfield?

Stops in Modesto

A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354
B
Lukyds Travel
920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA
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C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,396 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 1 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

Los Limousines

3.5/5268 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Modesto to Bakersfield by bus

What is the travel distance from Modesto to Bakersfield?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Bakersfield?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/23

$51

11/24

No data

Today

$41

11/26

$58

11/27

$41

11/28

$38

11/29

$40

11/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Modesto to Bakersfield was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $81 for a bus ticket from Modesto to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Tufesa 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.