How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Bakersfield?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bakersfield start from £207. The average price for this train route is around £241. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Bakersfield?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Bakersfield is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1738 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bakersfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Bakersfield?

The earliest train from Chicago to Bakersfield departs at 14:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Train Chicago to Bakersfield from £209 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Bakersfield on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 1h	13:45	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 12h	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 12h	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 1h	13:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 1h	14:39	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bakersfield on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 12h	00:05	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 1h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest
14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 12h	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 1h	14:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 1h	14:39	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bakersfield on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 12h	00:05	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
		14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 1h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures from Chicago to Bakersfield on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 1h	14:39	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:25	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2d 1h	13:45	Amtrak Station	Fastest
15:05	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3d 1h	14:39	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:01 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 5hAverage duration

1738 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£171 - £537	Average duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£207 - £760	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,649 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5649 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £184

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Bakersfield by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Bakersfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bakersfield start from £207. The average price for this train route is around £241. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Bakersfield?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Bakersfield is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1738 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bakersfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Bakersfield?
The earliest train from Chicago to Bakersfield departs at 14:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

£199

14/12

£232

Today

£232

16/12

£209

17/12

£271

18/12

£832

19/12

No data

20/12

£412

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bakersfield was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £199

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

You can expect to pay from £199 to £2,191 for a train ticket from Chicago to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £209, which is on 2025-12-16.