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  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 21 December at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Riverside to Bakersfield

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$114Average duration5h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$32 - US$32Average duration5h 43m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Riverside to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 43mAverage duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration5h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure07:10
Distance136 miles
Latest bus departure18:50

Riverside to Bakersfield Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Riverside to Bakersfield. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Riverside to Bakersfield from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bakersfield from Riverside, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - Bakersfield

  1. How far is Bakersfield from Riverside by coach?

    The distance between Riverside and Bakersfield by coach is approximately 133 miles (215 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Riverside to Bakersfield without a car?

    You can travel to Bakersfield from Riverside by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/09
US$29
02/09
US$26
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US$26
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield was searched and found on 2 Sept 2025 with a price of US$26

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riverside and Bakersfield!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Riverside to Bakersfield, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Riverside to Bakersfield.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Riverside to Bakersfield.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Bakersfield to Riverside, CA

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