Find coaches from Chicago to Bakersfield

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Next departures from Chicago to Bakersfield on 21 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
McKee Park & RideCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
16th St (Bakersfield)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
McKee Park & RideNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
16th St (Bakersfield)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Bakersfield

Bus
Average priceUS$250 - US$453Average duration2d 5h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$429 - US$429Average duration2d 11h
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Bakersfield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
2d 5hAverage duration
US$250Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Bakersfield: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$312
Average bus trip duration2d 5h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance1738 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Bakersfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Bakersfield

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Bakersfield by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Bakersfield by coach is approximately 1741 miles (2808 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Bakersfield without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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18/10
US$304
19/10
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US$318
21/10
US$221
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Bakersfield was searched and found on 21 Oct 2025 with a price of US$221

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

You can expect to pay from US$221 to US$542 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$221, which is on 2025-10-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Bakersfield.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Bakersfield will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Bakersfield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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