Bakersfield to Boise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Boise?

The distance from Bakersfield to Boise is 588.8 miles (947.6 km) as the crow flies. Boise is located NNE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 706.6 miles, taking about 14h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Boise in Idaho.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Boise. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.