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Bus Santa Monica to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:05am
Distance158 km
Latest bus departure11:55am

Santa Monica to Bakersfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Monica - Bakersfield

  1. How long is the bus trip from Santa Monica to Bakersfield?

    The trip from Santa Monica to Bakersfield will take on average 3h 50m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Bakersfield in 3h 50m

  2. How far is Santa Monica from Bakersfield?

    The distance between Santa Monica and Bakersfield is around 155 km (96 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Santa Monica to Bakersfield?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Bakersfield from Santa Monica; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$21, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Santa Monica to Bakersfield?

    Taking the bus from Santa Monica to Bakersfield costs on average US$21.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Monica to Bakersfield but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica to Bakersfield.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Monica to Bakersfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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 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 Santa Monica to Bakersfield

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