Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Indio Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Restaurant Tacos Jalisco Indio | Bakersfield | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Restaurant Tacos Jalisco Indio | Bakersfield | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indio Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Indio Bus Station | 16th St (Bakersfield) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:02 PM PST.
Get from Indio to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indio and Bakersfield?
Stops in Indio
- A
Restaurant Tacos Jalisco Indio
43501 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, USA - B
Indio Bus Station
83-100 Indio Blvd, Indio, CA 92201
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indio to Bakersfield 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 Indio to Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indio to Bakersfield start from $64. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Indio to Bakersfield?
The average bus trip duration from Indio to Bakersfield is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 196 miles (315 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indio to Bakersfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Greyhound, FlixBus, Los Limousines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indio to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Indio to Bakersfield at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indio to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from Indio to Bakersfield generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indio to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indio to Bakersfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tufesa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indio to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Indio to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Indio to Bakersfield was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indio to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $197 for a bus ticket from Indio to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound 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.
