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

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

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

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Saturday

$47

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Monday

$47

Tuesday

Wednesday

$46

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 55m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	4:00 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 10:05:00 AM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	7h 5m	7:00 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	2:05 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 7:00:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 10m	1:00 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	7:10 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
FlixBus	5h 25m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 10:05:00 AM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  7h 5m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Riverside, CA
  UC Riverside
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  North Hollywood
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/6/2025 7:00:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
- Busbud
  
  1h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Los Angeles
  North Hollywood
  
  2:05 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Amtrak Terminal
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $22
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/7/2025 12:10:00 AM to Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 55m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	4:00 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:05:00 AM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	7h 5m	7:00 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	2:05 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:00:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 10m	1:00 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	7:10 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 1:00:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
FlixBus	5h 25m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:05:00 AM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  6h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Riverside, CA
  UC Riverside
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  North Hollywood
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:00:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
- Busbud
  
  2h 15m
  
  0
  
  10:45 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:45:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 55m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	4:00 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:05:00 AM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
FlixBus	6h 45m	12:25 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	7:10 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 12:25:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
FlixBus	5h 25m	10:05 AM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 10:05:00 AM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
FlixBus	7h 5m	7:00 PM	Riverside, CA	UC Riverside	2:05 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 PM to Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  6h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Riverside, CA
  UC Riverside
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  North Hollywood
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from UC Riverside, Riverside, CA (USA) at 12/8/2025 7:00:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
- Busbud
  
  2h 15m
  
  0
  
  10:45 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Bakersfield, CA
  Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 12/8/2025 10:45:00 PM to Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA is $46 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Riverside, CA and Bakersfield, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 buses from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Riverside, CA and Bakersfield, CA, with 3 offers.

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

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA starting from $46!

Cheapest Bus	$46
Fastest Bus	5h 25m
Earliest Bus	10:05 AM
Latest Bus	7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	134.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Riverside, CA for Bakersfield, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$47

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$47

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$46

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

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

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

With a price starting from $46, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $47.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA, with $46. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $47.

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

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

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

UC Riverside

UCR Lot 30 at Canyon Crest

Downtown Metrolink Station

Vine St 4066

Alessandro FS Meridian

Bus Stop

Chicago/Spruce

Bus Stop

Chamberlain

Chamberlain Ave

Park & Ride/McKee Rd.

Truxtun Ave

Truxtun Ave 601

Wible Rd & Valley Plaza Entrance

Intersection of Wible Rd and the Valley Plaza entrance

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

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

FAQs about the Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $46 and takes 5h 55m to reach Bakersfield, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $46 and $48. 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 Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA each day?

Every day, the Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $48. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Bakersfield, CA from Riverside, CA starts at 10:05 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 Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Riverside, CA for Bakersfield, CA starts at 7:00 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 Riverside, CA Bakersfield, CA route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Riverside, CA 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.

What can I take with me on the Riverside, CA 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 Riverside, CA 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 Riverside, CA 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 Riverside, CA to Bakersfield, CA on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Riverside, CA and to Bakersfield, CA

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