Bakersfield to North Cascades: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from North Cascades?

The distance from Bakersfield to North Cascades is 933 miles (1501.5 km) as the crow flies. North Cascades is located N of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1119.6 miles, taking about 22h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 23min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and North Cascades in Washington.

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. 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 North Cascades. 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.