How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Fresno?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Fresno start from $37. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Fresno?

The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Fresno is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Tufesa .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Fresno route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Tufesa , Greyhound , Amtrak , Limousine , Los Limousines .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Fresno?

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Fresno at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Fresno?

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Fresno generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Fresno?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Fresno?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Fresno?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Fresno?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bakersfield to Fresno from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:05pm	Bakersfield	1h 30m	3:35pm	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 50m	10:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h	11:20pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:05pm	Bakersfield	1h 30m	3:35pm	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Bakersfield	1h 30m	9:40am	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:05pm	Bakersfield	1h 30m	3:35pm	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Bakersfield	1h 30m	9:40am	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:05pm	Bakersfield	1h 30m	3:35pm	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Fresno on February 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 20m	4:40am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Bakersfield	1h 30m	9:40am	E St	Fastest
Bus	10:15am	Bakersfield	2h 45m	1:00pm	E St	No tags
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	1h 55m	12:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2h 15m	3:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:28 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Fresno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 54mAverage Duration

168 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $68	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $46	Average Duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Fresno?

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

Stops in Fresno

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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B
E St
919 E St, Fresno, CA 93706, USA
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C
1157 F St
1157 F St, Fresno, CA 93706 , USA
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D
Train / Greyhound Station
1033 H St, Fresno, CA 93721
E
W Shaw Ave
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,189 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Tufesa

3.5/5707 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi3

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,756 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Limousine

1/56 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Los Limousines

3.5/5298 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Fresno, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Fresno?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Fresno start from $37. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Fresno?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Fresno is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Fresno route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak, Limousine, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Fresno?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Fresno at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Fresno?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Fresno generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Fresno?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Fresno?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Fresno?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Fresno?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02-05

$37

02-06

$37

Today

$36

02-08

$34

02-09

$31

02-10

$29

02-11

$30

02-12

$30

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Fresno, US was searched and found on Feb 10, 2026 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $61 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-02-10.

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.