Moving from Portland, OR to Bakersfield, CA
Your Complete Guide
944
Miles
17.2 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Portland, OR
Bakersfield, CA
Cost of Living Index
118
95
Median Home Price
$500,000
$340,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,500/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$115
$140
Grocery Index
103
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 944-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Portland, OR and Bakersfield, CA.
Seattle, WA
The Emerald City, a tech powerhouse surrounded by mountains and water. Home to Amazon, Microsoft, and a legendary coffee culture.
Space Needle, Pike Place Market, tech industry, and coffee culture
Boise, ID
Idaho's capital and one of the fastest-growing cities in the US. Offers an excellent quality of life with outdoor recreation and a vibrant downtown.
Boise River Greenbelt, affordable living, and outdoor lifestyle
State Transition Guide: Oregon → California
Moving from Oregon 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 944 miles via I-5 South, taking about 17.2 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.