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How to get from Taft to Bakersfield by bus?

From Taft to Bakersfield by bus

To get from Taft to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA, take the 120 bus from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797) station to Cal State University Bakersfield - Transit Center (760751) station. Next, take the 22 bus from CSUB station to Southwest Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $4.65. The bus schedule from Taft may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bakersfield on the Moovit app.

98min$4.65
Bus - 120120
Bus - 2222
Walk to Bakersfield
Leaves from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Taft
  • 2
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Get Downtown Transit Center (760793)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal State University Bakersfield - Transit Center (760751)
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    CSUB
    ID 12258
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Oildale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Southwest Transit Center
    ID 23566
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bakersfield
    Walk to
    Bakersfield
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Taft to Bakersfield by bus via 120 and 81

To get from Taft to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA, take the 120 bus from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797) station to Get Downtown Transit Center (760793) station. Next, take the 81 bus from Downtown Transit Center station to Wible @ Southwest Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $4.65. The bus schedule from Taft may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bakersfield on the Moovit app.

116min$4.65
Bus - 120120
Bus - 8181
Walk to Bakersfield
Leaves from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Taft
  • 2
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Get Downtown Transit Center (760793)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Get Downtown Transit Center (760793)
    86 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downtown Transit Center
    ID 23509
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Valley Plaza
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wible @ Southwest Transit Center
    ID 16013
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bakersfield
    Walk to
    Bakersfield
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Taft to Bakersfield

The distance between Taft, Bakersfield, CA and Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA is approximately 39.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Taft to Bakersfield by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bakersfield, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Taft to Bakersfield

To check the bus schedule from Taft to Bakersfield using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Taft) and destination (Bakersfield), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Alternative route from Taft to Bakersfield by bus via 120 and 81

To get from Taft to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA, take the 120 bus from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797) station to Get Downtown Transit Center (760793) station. Next, take the 81 bus from Downtown Transit Center station to Wible @ Southwest Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $4.65. The bus schedule from Taft may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bakersfield on the Moovit app.

116min$4.65
Bus - 120120
Bus - 8181
Walk to Bakersfield
Leaves from 8th St. at North St. (Heritage Park Senior Complex) (760797)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Taft
  • 2
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Get Downtown Transit Center (760793)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Get Downtown Transit Center (760793)
    86 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downtown Transit Center
    ID 23509
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Valley Plaza
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wible @ Southwest Transit Center
    ID 16013
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bakersfield
    Walk to
    Bakersfield
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Taft to Bakersfield?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 120, Bus line 22.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Taft to Bakersfield?

    The alternative route takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 120, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct bus between Taft and Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Taft to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA?

    The 120 bus line goes from Get Downtown Transit Center (760793) station near Taft to Cal State University Bakersfield - Transit Center (760751) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Cal State University Bakersfield - Transit Center (760751) station near Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Taft to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA by bus?

    The total travel time between Taft and Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA by bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Taft to get to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA?

    Get on the 120 bus from the Get Downtown Transit Center (760793) stop near Taft in Bakersfield, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Taft and Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA?

    Get off the bus at the Cal State University Bakersfield - Transit Center (760751) stop, which is closest to Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Taft to Bakersfield?

    The ride from Taft to Bakersfield costs $4.65.