Bakersfield to Prescott: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Prescott?

The distance from Bakersfield to Prescott is 375.3 miles (604 km) as the crow flies. Prescott is located E of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450.4 miles, taking about 9h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Prescott 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 Prescott. 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.