Busbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Bakersfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 6 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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.
Based on 5417 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $57
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Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Bakersfield?
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USAAmtrak Station
C - Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USALatino Travel
Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - Bakersfield
What is the distance between Oakland and Bakersfield?
The distance separating Oakland and Bakersfield is 248 miles (400 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to Bakersfield?
If you're headed to Bakersfield from Oakland, chances are that your bus will leave from Emeryville Station and arrive 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.
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The cheapest trip from Oakland to Bakersfield was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $85 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Amtrak 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.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Oakland to Bakersfield.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Oakland to Bakersfield.
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 Oakland to Bakersfield.
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Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Bakersfield?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Bakersfield
The cheapest trip from Oakland to Bakersfield was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $35
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
