Bus Tickets from Reno to Bakersfield

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Next departures to Bakersfield

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: McKee Park & Ride
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Reno Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Reno
    Departure location: Sparks (Greyhound Station)
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Bakersfield
    Destination location: 16th St (Bakersfield)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Reno to Bakersfield.

Bus
Average Price$53 - $163Average Duration10h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$126 - $149Average Duration14h 33m
43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reno to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
10h 30mAverage Duration
$53Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reno to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$76
Average bus trip duration10h 30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure6:15am
Distance297 miles (478 km)
Latest bus departure11:30am

Reno to Bakersfield Bus

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

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07/27
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07/28
$71
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08/01
$77
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to Bakersfield was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $100 for a bus ticket from Reno to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Reno to Bakersfield.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Reno to Bakersfield.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Reno to Bakersfield that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Reno to Bakersfield?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Reno to Bakersfield

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Train from Reno to Bakersfield

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