Travel Recommendation: Vicente Guerrero, Mexico to Bakersfield, California, USA
Air
- Transport Mode: Air travel (Flight)
- Companies: Aeroméxico, United Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 7 hours (including layover)
- Distance: 2,100 miles
- Costs: Approximately £350 - £600 (varies by booking time and class)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable for air travel
Pro Tip: Book a morning flight to avoid delays and ensure you arrive in Bakersfield during daylight hours.
Overland (Bus and Train)
- Transport Mode: Bus to San Diego, then train to Bakersfield
- Companies: ADO (for bus), Amtrak (for train)
- Duration: Approximately 12 hours
- Distance: 500 miles by bus, 130 miles by train (total of 630 miles)
- Costs: Approximately £70 (Bus: £30, Train: £40)
- Roads/Routes: Mexico 1D (toll road) from Vicente Guerrero to San Diego, then connecting to the Amtrak station
Pro Tip: Purchase your bus ticket in advance online through ADO for discounts and ensure seat availability.
Recommendation
For the most streamlined journey with minimal hassle, I recommend flying from Vicente Guerrero to Bakersfield. Aeroméxico and United Airlines offer comfortable flights with good service. While overland travel offers a more scenic route, the journey is significantly longer and requires careful scheduling. If budget is a primary concern, the combined bus and train option is economical but less time-efficient.