Distance from New York City to Bakersfield by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from New York City (NY) to Bakersfield (CA) is 2454 miles or 3949 kilometers or 2131 nautical miles.
Driving distance from New York City to Bakersfield is 2814 miles (4529 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 360 miles or 580 km.

New York City to Bakersfield Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from New York City, NY to Bakersfield, CA

The driving distance from New York City, New York to Bakersfield, California is 2814 miles or 4529 km.
The total driving distance from New York City, NY to Bakersfield, CA is 2814 miles or 4529 kilometers. Your trip begins in New York City, New York. It ends in Bakersfield, California.
The driving distance from New York City, New York to Bakersfield, California is approximately 2814 miles (4529 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 50 to 51 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from New York City, NY to Bakersfield, CA

How long is the drive from New York City, NY to Bakersfield, CA?
The total driving time is 50 hours, 15 minutes.
How long does a car ride from New York City to Bakersfield take?
New York City and Bakersfield are 50 hours 15 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 New York City and Bakersfield

Time difference between New York City (NY) and Bakersfield (CA) is 3 Hours.
Bakersfield time is 3 Hours behind New York City.

Current local time in New York City	Current local time in Bakersfield
2025-12-19, 07:15:41 EST	2025-12-19, 04:15:41 PST

How Far is it Between New York City New York, USA and Bakersfield California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between New York City, NY and Bakersfield, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2814 mi	4529 km	2443.68 nmi
Straight line distance	2454 mi	3949 km	2131 nmi
Difference	360 mi	580 km	312 nmi

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