Moving from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA
Your Complete Guide
272
Miles
4.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 North / I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Bakersfield, CA
San Jose, CA
Cost of Living Index
95
195
Median Home Price
$340,000
$1,200,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,100/mo
$2,600/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$140
Grocery Index
98
110
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 272-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA.
Fresno, CA
The gateway to Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon national parks in California's fertile Central Valley. The agricultural capital of America.
Gateway to three national parks, agricultural hub, and Forestiere Underground Gardens
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 272 miles via I-5 North / I-40 West, taking about 4.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.