What is the best way to travel from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA?
You can reach San Jose, CA with just £46 by taking a Bus from Tufesa International, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 06/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Greyhound US12h 0m005:00Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave17:00San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 08/12/2025 05:00:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 08/12/2025 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 08/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Tufesa International6h 30m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:45San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 10:15:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Tufesa International4h 55m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop19:00San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 14:05:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Tufesa International6h 30m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:45San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 10:15:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
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Tufesa International4h 55m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop19:00San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 14:05:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Tufesa International5h 45m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop21:15San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 15:30:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £112 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?
You can get to San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA in just 4h 35m with a Bus from Tufesa International. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 06/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 07/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 07/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Greyhound US12h 0m005:00Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave17:00San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 08/12/2025 05:00:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 08/12/2025 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 08/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International4h 55m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop19:00San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 14:05:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International6h 30m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:45San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 09/12/2025 10:15:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 09/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International4h 55m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop19:00San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 14:05:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Tufesa International5h 45m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop21:15San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 15:30:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Tufesa International6h 30m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:45San Jose, CAMcLaughlin & William Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 10/12/2025 10:15:00 to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 10/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Tufesa International4h 35m014:05Bakersfield, CABus Stop18:40San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 14:05:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Tufesa International5h 25m015:30Bakersfield, CABus Stop20:55San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 15:30:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Tufesa International6h 0m010:15Bakersfield, CABus Stop16:15San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 10:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Greyhound US12h 10m017:15Bakersfield, CATruxtun Ave05:25San Jose, CABus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 11/12/2025 17:15:00 to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £112 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA
What are the most popular stations in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA?
In Bakersfield, CA, you will usually depart from Truxtun Ave, Park & Ride/McKee Rd. or Chamberlain, while in San Jose, CA you will be arriving at Bus Stop, McLaughlin & William Bus Stop or Eastridge Shopping Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA, you can pay as low as £46 with a Bus from Tufesa International.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Tufesa International: you will get to San Jose, CA in just 4h 35m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA are Tufesa International and Greyhound US, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Oildale, CA or to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Airport, and look at flights from , and landing at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?
The most popular companies between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA, are Tufesa International and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Tufesa International and Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA
How can I reach San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA.
How far is San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA?
The distance between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA is 337.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 57 kgs, and a flight 83 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?
You can get to San Jose, CA with just £46 by taking a Bus from Tufesa International.
What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Jose, CA in just 4h 35m with a Bus from Tufesa International.
More routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

