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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Bakersfield
We recommend taking the busAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Chicago to Bakersfield: Trip Overview
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Based on 5552 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $201
Chicago to Bakersfield Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bakersfield was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of $273To 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 $273 to $1,656 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 $273 which is on 2025-10-29.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Bakersfield is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Bakersfield, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Chicago and Bakersfield, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to Bakersfield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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