Bakersfield to San Luis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from San Luis?

The distance from Bakersfield to San Luis is 314.2 miles (505.6 km) as the crow flies. San Luis is located SE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and San Luis 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 San Luis. 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.