Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bakersfield travel guide

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With a population of 347,483, Bakersfield is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bakersfield deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Bakersfield

If you’re looking for affordable options, Brimstone (1702 18th St) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Bakersfield II (3316 Coffee Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Harrington House (11313 Stockdale Hwy suite 400) and Nuestro Mexico Tacos and Bar (9660 Hageman Rd. Suite A) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Bakersfield.

When to visit Bakersfield

Bakersfield in August
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bakersfield in August
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bakersfield in July, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 96.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Bakersfield, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Bakersfield

Plane

When flying to Bakersfield, you’ll arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bakersfield include Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bakersfield departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

The train station in Bakersfield is called Bakersfield, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bakersfield is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 99 miles from Bakersfield. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bakersfield 1820 18th St, located 0.3 miles from downtown Bakersfield. Bakersfield Park & Ride/mckee Rd. is also a commonly used station, and is 7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Bakersfield, you’ll arrive at Bakersfield Meadows Field (BFL), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bakersfield include Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bakersfield departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

The train station in Bakersfield is called Bakersfield, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bakersfield is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 99 miles from Bakersfield. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bakersfield 1820 18th St, located 0.3 miles from downtown Bakersfield. Bakersfield Park & Ride/mckee Rd. is also a commonly used station, and is 7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Bakersfield

SBPSan Luis Obispo County
SBASanta Barbara
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Bakersfield

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,247 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,969 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,962 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bakersfield

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport and Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bakersfield, with prices from $57 to $915 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bakersfield are about 82% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Bakersfield by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bakersfield

Most booked hotels in Bakersfield

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Padre Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 689 reviews)
$145+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Bakersfield
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1671 reviews)
$122+
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Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1436 reviews)
$108+
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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
2 stars
Good (6.8, 2832 reviews)
$64+
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Motel 6-Bakersfield, Ca - Convention Center
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1159 reviews)
$47+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
2 stars
Okay (5.6, 2112 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Bakersfield

Renting a car in Bakersfield costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Bakersfield is the Budget branch at 3701 Wings Way, which is 5 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Bakersfield Meadows Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Bakersfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bakersfield, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bakersfield costs $63 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Bakersfield is the Budget branch at 3701 Wings Way, which is 5 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Bakersfield Meadows Field.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Bakersfield (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bakersfield, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Bakersfield

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Compact
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