Bakersfield to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Bakersfield from Phoenix?
The distance from Bakersfield to Phoenix is 417.5 miles (671.9 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located ESE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 481.7 miles, taking about 8h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Phoenix 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 Phoenix. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
- You could travel this distance about 59.6 times to circle the Earth's equator