The cheapest and fastest trains from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bakersfield, CA for Fresno, CA every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
711 Gold Runner
719 Gold Runner
703 Gold Runner
715 Gold Runner
717 Gold Runner
711 Gold Runner
719 Gold Runner
703 Gold Runner
715 Gold Runner
717 Gold RunnerTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 167 km
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
719 Gold Runner | 00:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 2h00 | 02:12 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
703 Gold Runner | 02:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 2h00 | 04:12 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
711 Gold Runner | 12:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 1h56 | 14:08 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
713 Gold Runner | 16:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 2h00 | 18:12 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
715 Gold Runner | 20:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 2h00 | 22:12 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
717 Gold Runner | 22:12 Bakersfield station, Bakersfield, CA | 2h00 | 00:12 Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 21:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bakersfield, CA and Fresno, CA from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bakersfield, CA to Fresno, CA train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bakersfield, CA and Fresno, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with easy access from Truxtun Avenue.
- 24th Street Cafe
- Wool Growers Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Padre Hotel
- Marriott Bakersfield
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via the main entrance.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local transit connections available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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