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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 15 August at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - Bakersfield

  1. How far is Bakersfield from Riverside by coach?

    The distance between Riverside and Bakersfield by coach is approximately 133 miles (215 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Riverside to Bakersfield without a car?

    You can travel to Bakersfield from Riverside by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield was searched and found on 9 Aug 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$26 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-08-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riverside and Bakersfield!

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Riverside to Bakersfield.

Did you know?

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 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!

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