Bakersfield
California
Bakersfield is a gateway to great road trips in 19 driving routes available. Browse 19 routes with drive times, distances, and gas costs.
Driving Times from Bakersfield
19 destinations
Short Drives — 7
Medium Trips — 12
Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Bakersfield from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Bakersfield to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Los Angeles, roughly 120 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Bakersfield
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Bakersfield by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Bakersfield: What to Know
As a California starting point, Bakersfield gives drivers straightforward access to the West Coast's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-5, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.
All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.