The journey to Shafter from Bakersfield takes just 30 minutes.

Buses operate daily with up to 6 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Bakersfield at 04:20.

Kern Transit schedule

Kern Transit operates between Bakersfield and Shafter 7 days per week.

Service days Daily
Services per day up to 6
Shortest trip 30 minutes
First departure 04:20
Last departure 20:26

Your questions answered

  • Is there a daily bus service between Bakersfield, CA and Shafter, CA?

    Yes, buses operate daily from Bakersfield to Shafter, departing as early as 04:20.

  • How long is the bus trip from Bakersfield to Shafter?

    The fastest bus to Shafter from Bakersfield takes 30 minutes.

  • How do I buy tickets for travel to Shafter, CA from Bakersfield, CA?

    It's not yet possible to buy tickets for this trip directly from ByBus but we're working on it!

  • Which bus companies operate between Bakersfield and Shafter?

    Kern Transit run buses to Shafter from Bakersfield.

  • What time is the earliest bus from Bakersfield to Shafter?

    The first bus to Shafter from Bakersfield leaves at 04:20. The journey takes 30 minutes.

  • When is the last bus to Shafter from Bakersfield?

    The last bus leaves Bakersfield at 20:26, arriving into Shafter at 20:56. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.

Onward travel from Shafter

Bus to Days Shortest trip Distance
Bakersfield
  • Daily
27 minutes 17 miles
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  • Daily
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Wasco
  • Daily
12 minutes 7.5 miles