The cheapest and fastest buses from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$471
Average price
$471
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 21 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
2574 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $471 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $471.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bakersfield, CA for St. Louis, MO on Sun, Apr 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct buses cover the 2574 km distance in an average of 1 d 21 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 21 h 45 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest buses will take 1 d 21 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:10 PM45h45Bakersfield, CA6:55 PMSt. Louis, MO$4711One-way0 transfers
9:10 PM45h45Bakersfield, CA6:55 PMSt. Louis, MO$4711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $190. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $190, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 1599 miles (2574 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$353 Average price Cheapest | $452 Average price | $619 Average price |
46h 42m Average total duration 46h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43h 47m Average total duration 43h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 63h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 48h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $216 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 44h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 47h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $171 |
Live departures
Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 11:55 AM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 48h15 | 12:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 11:55 AM Bakersfield, McKee Road / South H Street (Kern Delta Park), CA | 63h20 | 3:15 AM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 12:00 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 48h10 | 12:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 44h35 | 5:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, April 5 | |||||
undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:50 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 47h25 | 3:15 AM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:50 AM Bakersfield, Amtrak Terminal, CA | 47h55 | 3:45 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO run on average 7 times per day, taking around 46h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $190 (€155) but you can travel from only $181 (€147) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 1599 miles (2574 km) distance in 44h 35m.
Distance 1599 miles (2574 km) |
Average bus duration 46h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $190 (€155) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 44h 35m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bakersfield, CA to St. Louis, MO by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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