Cheap bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Riverside, CA
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Bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield Train Station
601 Truxtun Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93301
United States
Bakersfield, CA 93301
United States
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The bus boards from the bus bays on the west side of Bakersfield Train Station. Look for the yellow traffic poles with “Greyhound” written on them. The bus will board at either of bays in front of the shaded waiting area.
To view more info about this station, visit our page Bakersfield Train Station
Bakersfield (McKee Park & Ride)
1751 McKee Rd
Bakersfield, CA 93307
United States
Bakersfield, CA 93307
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Bus will board in front of the McKee Park & Ride, at the south curbside on McKee Rd.
To view more info about this station, visit our page Bakersfield (McKee Park & Ride)
Bakersfield (Downtown Transit Center)
Downtown Transit Center
Bakersfield, CA 93301
United States
Bakersfield, CA 93301
United States
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Bus will board at bus bay “L” which is located at the intersection of 22nd St and Eye St.
To view more info about this station, visit our page Bakersfield (Downtown Transit Center)
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Buses from Bakersfield to Riverside
Find the cheapest buses from Bakersfield to Riverside
It couldn't be easier to book your travel from Bakersfield to Riverside with FlixBus - and when you book in advance, you can save money too!
FlixBus operates in 44 countries connecting 5000 destinations. So no matter where you want to go, we can take you there!
Ticket prices cost as little as $32.99, with an average price of $47.99. To get the cheapest tickets, book online in advance and avoid busy times like weekends and public holidays.
The distance between Bakersfield and Riverside is 174 miles, which takes as little as 4 hours 5 minutes with our fastest rides.
Make your journey even easier with the FlixBus app. All your information will be saved for the next time you travel.
Traveling from Bakersfield to Riverside
No matter whether you want to travel first thing in the morning or late at night, you'll find a journey to suit you with 2 ridesbetween Bakersfield and Riverside.
The first bus is at 4:55 am with the last bus leaving at 7:40 pm. The rides from Bakersfield to Riverside take a minimum of 4 hours 5 minutes; what's more, when you travel by bus, you don't need to worry about traffic or delays en route. Just relax and enjoy the journey with free WiFi and plenty of legroom.
You can pick up a bus ticket for just $32.99 - that's way cheaper than traveling by any other method.
Buses are also a great choice for environmentally-conscious travelers. We're working towards being 100% carbon neutral and offer all travelers the opportunity to offset their carbon emissions when booking their tickets. Simply select the "CO2 compensation" box when paying online and we'll use all of the money to make a direct impact on the future of sustainable mobility.
Taking the bus from Bakersfield
Ready for your journey from Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is a transport hub with 3 stations and it is seriously well connected with buses to 36 destinations across the country.
No matter where you're traveling from, you can find plenty of information on our website or by contacting FlixBus directly for travel information. We'll do our best to make sure you're well-equipped for your journey, so you can experience everything the trip has to offer.
Arriving in Riverside
Start planning your trip to Riverside now. Never visited before? Here's all you need to know.
Riverside is one of the best-connected cities, so you're not short on choices of how to get here. 1 is the number of bus stations FlixBus has in Riverside, connecting 19 cities.
Never miss a beat as you sample the sights and culture synonymous with this famous city. Now is the time to hop aboard FlixBus and explore!
What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Bakersfield to Riverside
Traveling from Bakersfield to Riverside is quick, clean and comfortable - and it couldn't be easier to book a ticket. You can book online via the website, on our app, in person at a FlixShop or using Google Assistant.
We accept card payment as well as Paypal, Google Pay and Apple Pay, but there are many more payment options that you can choose from.
The easiest way to book your ticket is using our app. You'll be able to make your reservation within seconds and there's no need to print and carry the ticket with you, as your phone will be your ticket.
Want to sit beside family or friends or keep the space beside you free? Need easy access to the toilet or a table to get on with some work whilst traveling? You can reserve a seat when you book on the app or website, and you can choose from a variety of seat options including a table seat, panorama seat or extra seat.
Once you're settled in your seat, you can sit back and relax with plenty of onboard services to help you make the most of your trip. Most of our buses have onboard Wifi and an entertainment system so you can catch up on your favorite shows or listen to audiobooks. We've also got toilets onboard, as well as power outlets.
What's more, you get a generous luggage allowance when you travel with FlixBus with one carry-on bag and one checked bag, so you can bring everything you need for your trip.
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