Bus Houston to Bakersfield, CA: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

$352

tomorrow

Sunday

$355

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	40h 55m	11:10 AM	Houston	Downtown Houston	2:05 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$352	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 12/19/2025 11:10:00 AM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $352 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 55m
Greyhound US	38h 20m	1:45 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	2:05 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$353	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/19/2025 1:45:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $353 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 20m
FlixBus	45h 35m	2:40 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$464	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 12/19/2025 2:40:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $464 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 35m
FlixBus	45h 15m	2:40 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	9:55 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$464	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 12/19/2025 2:40:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $464 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 15m
Greyhound US	41h 0m	6:55 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	9:55 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$468	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/19/2025 6:55:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $468 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Houston to Bakersfield, CA via Phoenix, AZ, you can save more than $91? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  38h 0m
  
  0
  
  1:45 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  2:35 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $166
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 1:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
- Tufesa International
  
  9h 30m
  
  0
  
  5:15 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop
  
  1:45 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $95
  
  A Bus from Tufesa International goes from 27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/22/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $91

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	45h 35m	2:40 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$355	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 2:40:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $355 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 35m
FlixBus	45h 15m	2:40 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	9:55 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$355	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 2:40:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $355 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 15m
Greyhound US	41h 20m	6:55 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$355	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 6:55:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $355 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 20m
Greyhound US	41h 0m	6:55 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	9:55 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$355	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 6:55:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $355 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 0m
Greyhound US	38h 50m	8:15 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	9:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$360	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 8:15:00 AM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $360 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Houston to Bakersfield, CA via Phoenix, AZ, you can save more than $94? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  38h 0m
  
  0
  
  1:45 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  2:35 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $166
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/21/2025 1:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 50m
- Tufesa International
  
  9h 30m
  
  0
  
  5:15 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop
  
  1:45 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $95
  
  A Bus from Tufesa International goes from 27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/22/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save $94

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Houston to Bakersfield, CA is $288 on 12/26/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Houston and Bakersfield, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Houston and Bakersfield, CA are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Houston to Bakersfield, CA. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Houston and Bakersfield, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Houston to Bakersfield, CA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Houston and Bakersfield, CA, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Houston to Bakersfield, CA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 11 times every day by bus from Houston to Bakersfield, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to Bakersfield, CA starting from $288!

Cheapest Bus	$288
Fastest Bus	35h 15m
Earliest Bus	11:10 AM
Latest Bus	7:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	1,427.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to Bakersfield, CA

Every day, 11 buses from 2 bus companies leave Houston for Bakersfield, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$352

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$355

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$288

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

Sunday 01/04

Monday 01/05

Tuesday 01/06

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Houston to Bakersfield, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Houston to Bakersfield, CA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $288, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Houston to Bakersfield, CA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $355.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Houston to Bakersfield, CA, with $288. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $355.

How to save money travelling from Houston to Bakersfield, 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 Houston to Bakersfield, 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 Houston to Bakersfield, 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 Houston to Bakersfield, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Houston and Bakersfield, CA

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

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Bus Stop

18th St 1820

Chamberlain

Chamberlain Ave

Park & Ride/McKee Rd.

Truxtun Ave

Truxtun Ave 601

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

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

FAQs about the Houston to Bakersfield, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $288 and takes 38h 55m to reach Bakersfield, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $288 and $510. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bakersfield, CA.

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

Every day, the Houston to Bakersfield, CA bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Houston to Bakersfield, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 35h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $427. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Bakersfield, CA from Houston starts at 11:10 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 Houston to Bakersfield, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Houston for Bakersfield, CA starts at 7:50 PM. 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 Houston Bakersfield, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Houston to Bakersfield, 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 Houston and Bakersfield, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Houston and Bakersfield, 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 Houston to Bakersfield, 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 Houston Bakersfield, 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 Houston Bakersfield, 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 Houston to Bakersfield, CA on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Houston and to Bakersfield, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Houston and to Bakersfield, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!