Bus Tickets from Oakland to Bakersfield

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TomorrowJul 31
from US$54
FriAug 1
from US$48
SatAug 2
from US$48
SunAug 3
from US$48
MonAug 4
from US$39
TueAug 5
WedAug 6
from US$39
ThuAug 7

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Emeryville Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Bakersfield

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$150Average Duration8h 10m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$54 - US$72Average Duration6h 21m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 6 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
6h 21mAverage Duration
US$54Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$57
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance397 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Oakland to Bakersfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Bakersfield

  1. What is the distance between Oakland and Bakersfield?

    The distance between Oakland and Bakersfield is around 400 km (248 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oakland to Bakersfield?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Emeryville Station, in Oakland, and end it at Tufesa Bus Station, in Bakersfield.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-28
US$46
07-29
US$43
Today
US$43
07-31
US$46
08-01
US$40
08-02
US$40
08-03
US$40
08-04
US$32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Bakersfield was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$32

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 US$32 to US$142 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 US$32 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually FlixBus Inc., 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling 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?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Oakland to Bakersfield

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Train from Oakland to Bakersfield

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