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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 20 atDeparture city: BakersfieldDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: RiversideDestination location: Riverside StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: BakersfieldDeparture location: McKee Park & RideArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: RiversideDestination location: UC RiversideOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: BakersfieldDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: RiversideDestination location: Riverside StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 20 atDeparture city: BakersfieldDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: RiversideDestination location: Riverside StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Bus Bakersfield to Riverside: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bakersfield - Riverside (CA)
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Riverside?
The typical travel time from Bakersfield to Riverside by bus is around 8h 20m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Riverside in about 3h 35m.
How far is Bakersfield from Riverside?
Bakersfield and Riverside are 215 km (133 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bakersfield to Riverside?
Buses departing from Tufesa Bus Station in Bakersfield will take you to Riverside Bus Station in Riverside.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Riverside?
The least expensive way to go from Bakersfield to Riverside would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$1, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Bakersfield to Riverside?
The bus from Bakersfield to Riverside will cost you US$1, on average.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Riverside was searched and found on Jun 15, 2025 with a price of US$26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Riverside, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$177 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Riverside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26 which is on 2025-06-20.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bakersfield to Riverside.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bakersfield to Riverside, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bakersfield to Riverside that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bakersfield to Riverside, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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!
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.
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