Bakersfield to Caldwell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Caldwell?

The distance from Bakersfield to Caldwell is 586 miles (943.1 km) as the crow flies. Caldwell is located NNE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 703.2 miles, taking about 14h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Caldwell 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 Caldwell. 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.