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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$39
tomorrow
$37
Saturday
$41
Sunday
$44
Monday
$45
Tuesday
$48
Wednesday
$40

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 4h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      12:55 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 0m 4:55 AM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $37
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $37
Greyhound US 7h 55m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 4h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      12:55 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 0m 4:55 AM Bakersfield, CA Park & Ride/McKee Rd. 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $41
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $41
Greyhound US 7h 55m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 4h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      12:55 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $44
Greyhound US 7h 55m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 0m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 4h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      12:55 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 7h 55m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $45
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 15m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
      7:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      University of California (curbside)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 4h 0m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      11:00 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      1:10 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $48
Greyhound US 7h 55m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Truxtun Ave 12:55 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $49
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 55m
      0
      9:30 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Amtrak Terminal
      11:55 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:25 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 8h 10m 5:00 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 1:10 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $40
FlixBus 5h 55m 9:30 AM Bakersfield, CA Amtrak Terminal 3:25 PM Riverside, CA UC Riverside  Economy $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 55m
      0
      9:30 AM
      Bakersfield, CA
      Amtrak Terminal
      11:55 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:25 PM
      Riverside, CA
      UC Riverside
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA is $35 on 5/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 10 buses from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 2 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA starting from $35!

Cheapest Bus $35
Fastest Bus 5h 55m
Earliest Bus 9:30 AM
Latest Bus 9:30 AM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 134.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for Riverside, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
$39
Friday 05/08
$41
Saturday 05/09
$41
Sunday 05/10
$44
Monday 05/11
$45
Tuesday 05/12
$48
Wednesday 05/13
$40
Thursday 05/14
$44
Friday 05/15
$47
Saturday 05/16
$43
Sunday 05/17
$43
Monday 05/18
$41
Tuesday 05/19
Wednesday 05/20
$35
Thursday 05/21
$42
Friday 05/22
$43
Saturday 05/23
$40
Sunday 05/24
$35
Monday 05/25
$44
Tuesday 05/26
$45
Wednesday 05/27
$42
Thursday 05/28
$36
Friday 05/29
Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $33, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA, with $33. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $37.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA from our users.

FlixBus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA:

Cheapest Price $37
Fastest Bus 5h 55m
Earliest Bus 9:30 AM
Last Bus 9:30 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 5/6/2026

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA bus

How much does a Bakersfield, CA Riverside, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $35 and takes 7h 55m to reach Riverside, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $35 and $77. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Riverside, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA each day?

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA take?

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $77. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in Riverside, CA from Bakersfield, CA starts at 9:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for Riverside, CA starts at 9:30 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bakersfield, CA Riverside, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bakersfield, CA Riverside, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bakersfield, CA Riverside, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Bakersfield, CA and Riverside, CA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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