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Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA Train

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05/15/2025
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Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train

The journey from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train is 294.55 mi and takes 7 hr 19 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:00 AM and the last at 8:20 PM. It is possible to travel from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train for as little as $43.87 or as much as $45.98. The best price for this journey is $43.87.

Lowest Price $43.87
Journey Duration 7 hr 19 min
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price $43.87
Highest Price $45.98
First Departure 1:00 AM
Last Departure 8:20 PM
Distance 294.55 mi
Departure Bakersfield, CA
Arrival Santa Rosa, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA

The cheapest Bakersfield, CA - Santa Rosa, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $79.38 if you’re lucky, or $96.93 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $116.73.

Find the best day to travel to Santa Rosa, CA by train

When travelling to Santa Rosa, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
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Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
33.18kg
Bus
35.55kg
Flight
94.81kg
Car
75.85kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA are 33.18kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA? By taking the train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA you will save 61.63kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.37kg compared to a bus and 42.67kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA?
A train ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA is $45.56. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $43.87.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA is $43.87. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA by train?
Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA is 294.55 mi.
How long does the train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA take?
Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA is on average 7 hr 19 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hr 45 min.
How many train connections per day go from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA?
Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA leave?
The earliest train from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA departs at 1:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA depart?
The latest train from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA departs at 8:20 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $43.87 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA is 6 hr 45 min.
Is there a direct train from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Bakersfield, CA and Santa Rosa, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by train?
The train journey from Bakersfield, CA to Santa Rosa, CA creates 33.18kg of CO2 emissions.