Drive time
Los Angeles to Bakersfield
Quick answer
The drive from Los Angeles, CA to Bakersfield, CA is approximately 1 hr 41 min covering about 101 miles at typical highway speeds.
Distance
101 mi
Drive time
1 hr 41 min
Midpoint
34.71°, -118.63°
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If you're driving to meet someone in Bakersfield, meeting halfway saves each of you about 51 miles and 51 minutes round-trip.
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Midpoint
34.7127°, -118.6312°
Los Angeles and Bakersfield are about 101 miles apart — each person drives roughly 51 miles.
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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