Distance from Chicago to Bakersfield by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Bakersfield (CA) is 1740 miles or 2800 kilometers or 1511 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Bakersfield is 2033 miles (3273 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 293 miles or 473 km.

Chicago to Bakersfield Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Bakersfield, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Bakersfield, California is 2033 miles or 3273 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Bakersfield, CA is 2033 miles or 3273 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Bakersfield, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Bakersfield, California is approximately 2033 miles (3273 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Bakersfield, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Bakersfield, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 41 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Bakersfield take?
Chicago and Bakersfield are 35 hours 41 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 Chicago and Bakersfield

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Bakersfield (CA) is 2 Hours.
Bakersfield time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Bakersfield
2025-12-19, 13:02:48 CST	2025-12-19, 11:02:48 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Bakersfield California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2033 mi	3273 km	1765.46 nmi
Straight line distance	1740 mi	2800 km	1511 nmi
Difference	293 mi	473 km	254 nmi

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