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Busbud recommends taking the train from Modesto to BakersfieldAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Modesto to Bakersfield: Trip Overview
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Based on 5080 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $39.00
Modesto to Bakersfield Train
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The cheapest trip from Modesto to Bakersfield was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Modesto to Bakersfield, as early as possible.
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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Bakersfield, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Modesto and Bakersfield, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
What's the cheapest way to go from Modesto to Bakersfield?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Modesto and Bakersfield is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $39. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bakersfield, choose the train, as it will take you from Modesto to Bakersfield in about 4h 1m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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