Distance from Albuquerque to Bakersfield by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Albuquerque (NM) to Bakersfield (CA) is 698 miles or 1124 kilometers or 606 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Albuquerque to Bakersfield is 802 miles (1292 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 104 miles or 168 km.

Albuquerque to Bakersfield Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Albuquerque, NM and Bakersfield, CA
This map shows the distance from Albuquerque, NM, Usa to Bakersfield, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Bakersfield, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Albuquerque, NM to Bakersfield, CA

The driving distance from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Bakersfield, California is 802 miles or 1292 km.
The total driving distance from Albuquerque, NM to Bakersfield, CA is 802 miles or 1292 kilometers. Your trip begins in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It ends in Bakersfield, California.
The driving distance from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Bakersfield, California is approximately 802 miles (1292 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Albuquerque, NM to Bakersfield, CA

How long is the drive from Albuquerque, NM to Bakersfield, CA?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 2 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Albuquerque to Bakersfield take?
Albuquerque and Bakersfield are 14 hours 2 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Albuquerque and Bakersfield

Time difference between Albuquerque (NM) and Bakersfield (CA) is 1 Hours.
Bakersfield time is 1 Hours behind Albuquerque.

Current local time in Albuquerque	Current local time in Bakersfield
2025-12-17, 04:14:46 MST	2025-12-17, 03:14:46 PST

How Far is it Between Albuquerque New Mexico, USA and Bakersfield California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Albuquerque, NM and Bakersfield, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	802 mi	1292 km	696.46 nmi
Straight line distance	698 mi	1124 km	606 nmi
Difference	104 mi	168 km	90 nmi

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