Bakersfield to Edmonton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1283.9 miles 2066.2 km · straight line
1766.1 miles actual route 2842.2 km · driving distance
30h 41min estimated drive time
$170 - $209 estimated fuel cost
~3h 5min flight time
10° N bearing direction

How far is Bakersfield from Edmonton?

The distance from Bakersfield to Edmonton is 1283.9 miles (2066.2 km) as the crow flies. Edmonton is located N of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1766.1 miles, taking about 30h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 5min. Bakersfield is in California, United States, while Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Edmonton. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bakersfield to Edmonton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 41min $170 - $209 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 49min $141–$265* Budget
Train ~39h 53min $212–$618* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bakersfield & Edmonton

Quick Facts

Bakersfield
35.37°N, 119.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
124m elevation
Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 428 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 107 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM