Moving from Salt Lake City, UT to Bakersfield, CA
Your Complete Guide
698
Miles
12.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-80 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Salt Lake City, UT
Bakersfield, CA
Cost of Living Index
108
95
Median Home Price
$500,000
$340,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$115
$140
Grocery Index
99
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 698-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Salt Lake City, UT and Bakersfield, 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
Las Vegas, NV
The Entertainment Capital of the World, famous for its Strip, shows, and nightlife. A rapidly growing desert metropolis with no state income tax.
The Strip, world-class entertainment, and 24/7 nightlife
State Transition Guide: Utah → California
Moving from Utah 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 698 miles via I-5 South / I-80 West, taking about 12.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.