Driving from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
Los Angeles lies 163 km (101 mi) south-east of Bakersfield, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 13 min without stops, over roughly 199 km (124 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Bakersfield | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 373,640 | 3.8 million |
| Elevation | 130 m (427 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 93301–93390 | 90001–90189 |
Where to book car hire from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
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Staying in Los Angeles
Our booking partner lists 2,443+ places to stay in Los Angeles (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 724 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (393), and 60 are five-star. Across 480 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 529,012 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Los Angeles from Bakersfield?
163 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bakersfield; by road roughly 199 km (124 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Los Angeles by car?
About 2 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bakersfield and Los Angeles?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
Where can I stay in Los Angeles?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.