CA → CA · about 210 miles
San Jose to Bakersfield bus schedule
Limousine Express and International Bus Lines run 28 direct buses a week from San Jose to Bakersfield. The fastest takes 6 hours; the first bus leaves at 8:30 AM and the last at 6:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 28
- Fastest trip
- 6h 00m
- First bus
- 8:30 AM
- Last bus
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | 2:30 PM | 6h 00m | Daily | San Jose to Bakersfield (1821 18th St International) | Limousine Express Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
| 5:30 PM | 11:45 PM | 6h 15m | Daily | San Jose to Bakersfield (1821 18th St International) | International Bus Lines Full timetable | No online booking link |
| 6:30 PM | 12:45 AM +1 day | 6h 15m | Daily | San Jose to Bakersfield (1821 18th St International) | International Bus Lines Full timetable | No online booking link |
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Where to board in San Jose Where you get off in Bakersfield The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in San Jose
Where the bus stops in Bakersfield
Return trip: Bakersfield to San Jose
Questions
How long is the bus from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The fastest direct bus takes 6 hours; the typical trip is 6 hours 15 minutes.
What time is the first bus from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:30 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from San Jose to Bakersfield?
Limousine Express and International Bus Lines run direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in San Jose?
Buses to Bakersfield leave from San Jose bus stop (2).