Bakersfield to Buckeye: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Buckeye?

The distance from Bakersfield to Buckeye is 392.1 miles (631 km) as the crow flies. Buckeye is located ESE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 470.5 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Buckeye in Arizona.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Buckeye. 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.