Distance from Kansas City to Bakersfield by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Kansas City (MO) to Bakersfield (CA) is 1367 miles or 2199 kilometers or 1187 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Kansas City to Bakersfield is 1636 miles (2634 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 269 miles or 435 km.
Flight distance from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Kansas City and Bakersfield is 1367 miles or 2199 km.The nearest airport to Kansas City, is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and the nearest airport to Bakersfield, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
What is the average flight time from Kansas City to Bakersfield?
Flight time from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA is 3 hours 8 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Kansas City to Bakersfield Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Kansas City, MO and Bakersfield, CAThis map shows the distance from Kansas City, MO, Usa to Bakersfield, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Kansas City, Missouri to Bakersfield, California is displayed below.
Driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Bakersfield, California is 1636 miles or 2634 km.
The total driving distance from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA is 1636 miles or 2634 kilometers. Your trip begins in Kansas City, Missouri. It ends in Bakersfield, California.
The driving distance from Kansas City, Missouri to Bakersfield, California is approximately 1636 miles (2634 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 28 to 29 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA
How long is the drive from Kansas City, MO to Bakersfield, CA?The total driving time is 28 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Kansas City to Bakersfield take?
Kansas City and Bakersfield are 28 hours 20 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
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 Kansas City and Bakersfield
Time difference between Kansas City (MO) and Bakersfield (CA) is 3 Hours.
Bakersfield time is 3 Hours behind Kansas City.
| Current local time in Kansas City | Current local time in Bakersfield |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-15, 17:46:48 EST | 2025-12-15, 14:46:48 PST |
How Far is it Between Kansas City Missouri, USA and Bakersfield California, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Kansas City, MO and Bakersfield, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1636 mi | 2634 km | 1420.7 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1367 mi | 2199 km | 1187 nmi |
| Difference | 269 mi | 435 km | 233 nmi |
Kansas City Details
Kansas City is located in Missouri, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 39° 7' 30.6'' Longitude: W 94° 33' 1.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 39.12516 |
| Longitude | -94.55031 |
| State | Missouri |
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Bakersfield Details
Bakersfield is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 35° 22' 23.8'' Longitude: W 119° 1' 7.4'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 35.37329 |
| Longitude | -119.01871 |
| State | California |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Kansas City, MO and Bakersfield, CA
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 54 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 41 hours 9 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 36 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 32 hours 55 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 29 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 27 hours 26 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 25 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 23 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 21 hours 57 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 20 hours 34 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 19 hours 22 minutes |