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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Phoenix Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bakersfield | N 27th Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Phoenix Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Phoenix Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:04 AM PST.
Get from Bakersfield to Phoenix
The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Phoenix?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Phoenix start from $102. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Phoenix?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Phoenix is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 658 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Phoenix route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tufesa, FlixBus, Amtrak, Los Limousines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Phoenix?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Phoenix at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Phoenix?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Phoenix generates an estimated 16 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 Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
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.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Phoenix, AZ was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $101To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Phoenix, AZ, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $101 to $355 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Phoenix, AZ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2026-02-12.
Usually Greyhound, 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.
