Bakersfield to Yuma: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bakersfield from Yuma?

The distance from Bakersfield to Yuma is 311 miles (500.5 km) as the crow flies. Yuma is located SE of Bakersfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.2 miles, taking about 7h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Bakersfield in California and Yuma 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 Yuma. 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.