Moving from Las Vegas, NV to Bakersfield, CA
Your Complete Guide
292
Miles
5.3 hrs
Drive Time
I-40 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Las Vegas, NV
Bakersfield, CA
Cost of Living Index
103
95
Median Home Price
$380,000
$340,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,200/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$140
Grocery Index
101
98
State Transition Guide: Nevada → California
Moving from Nevada to California? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 10 days of establishing residency in California
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 20 days in California
Vehicle inspection: Smog check required
Things to Know About California
- Smog certification required for vehicle registration
- Proposition 13 limits property tax increases
- Lane splitting on motorcycles is legal
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 292 miles via I-40 West, taking about 5.3 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.