Distance Guide
How far is Long Beach from Bakersfield?
The distance between Long Beach, CA and Bakersfield, CA is about 120 miles — roughly a 2 hr 11 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
120 mi
Drive time
2 hr 11 min
Midpoint
34.572°, -118.606°
Driving from Long Beach to Bakersfield
Most drivers cover the 120-mile route in about 2 hr 11 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 60 miles each instead of 120. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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