Lancaster to Bakersfield by train
Bakersfield lies 110 km (68 mi) north-west of Lancaster, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 29 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 134 km (83 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Lancaster | Bakersfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 161,103 | 373,640 |
| Elevation | 718 m (2,356 ft) | 130 m (427 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Stations on record | Lancaster | Bakersfield |
| Postal codes | 93534–93586 | 93301–93390 |
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Common questions
How far is Bakersfield from Lancaster?
110 km (68 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lancaster; by road roughly 134 km (83 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Bakersfield by train?
About 1 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lancaster and Bakersfield?
No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.
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.