How long does it take to drive from Los Angeles to Bakersfield?

The drive from Los Angeles to Bakersfield takes about 1 hr 50 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Los Angeles and Bakersfield?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Los Angeles and Bakersfield?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Los Angeles and Bakersfield, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Los Angeles from Bakersfield?

Q: How far is Los Angeles from Bakersfield?

Los Angeles, CA is approximately 101 miles from Bakersfield, CA as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Los Angeles, CA and Bakersfield, CA is about 101 miles — roughly a 1 hr 50 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

101 mi

Drive time

1 hr 50 min

Midpoint

34.713°, -118.631°

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Midpoint

34.7127°, -118.6312°

Los Angeles and Bakersfield are about 101 miles apart — each person drives roughly 51 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Los Angeles to Bakersfield

Most drivers cover the 101-mile route in about 1 hr 50 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 51 miles each instead of 101. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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