What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?

The distance between the two cities is 90 miles (145 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?

The majority of buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield start their journey at AMTRAK Station and wind up at Tufesa Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:45am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	11h 35m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Bus	4:00am	AMTRAK Station	11h 20m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	11h 35m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Bus	4:00am	AMTRAK Station	11h 20m	3:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	9h 25m	1:35am	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Get from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

93 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Bakersfield?

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

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

Amtrak

4/55,601 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,414 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield by bus

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