Bakersfield to Yuba City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

296.9 miles 477.8 km · straight line
371.1 miles estimated 597.3 km · driving distance
7h 28min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
332° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bakersfield from Yuba City?

The distance from Bakersfield to Yuba City is 296.9 miles (477.8 km) as the crow flies. Yuba City is located NNW of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 371.1 miles, taking about 7h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bakersfield and Yuba City. 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.

How to Get from Bakersfield to Yuba City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 28min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 58min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 6min $45–$130* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bakersfield & Yuba City

Quick Facts

Bakersfield
35.37°N, 119.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
124m elevation
Yuba City
39.14°N, 121.62°W
America/Los_Angeles
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 99 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 83.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients